La terre promise by Paul Bourget

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Author Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935
Title La terre promise
Note Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "La terre promise" by Paul Bourget is a psychological novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complex moral dilemmas surrounding love, fidelity, and parental responsibility, centering on the character of Francis Nayrac, who finds himself entangled in a poignant love story while confronting the consequences of his past. The opening of "La terre promise" introduces key characters and sets a reflective tone. The comtesse Louise Scilly observes her daughter Henriette and her fiancé Francis Nayrac enjoying a blissful moment in the Sicilian sun, contrasting their happiness with her own health struggles. As Louise reminisces about her late husband's death and her resolve to care for Henriette, the narrative delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the bonds of family. The tranquility of their present is soon undermined by Francis's apprehension about a new complication: the unexpected arrival of Pauline Raffraye, his former lover. This suspenseful development foreshadows the emotional turmoil that threatens to disrupt the harmonious lives of the main characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 26489
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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