The Mysteries of Paris, illustrated with etchings, Vol. 2 by Eugène Sue
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| Author | Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857 |
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| Title | The Mysteries of Paris, illustrated with etchings, Vol. 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Mysteries of Paris, illustrated with etchings, Vol. 2" by Eugène Sue is a serialized novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative unfolds in Paris, focusing on the complex interplay of love, betrayal, and societal intrigue, featuring a cast of rich characters, including the enigmatic Madame d'Harville and the boisterous Duke de Lucenay. The story weaves through the luxurious and darker sides of Parisian society, examining themes of love, honor, and deception, with an emphasis on the consequences of personal actions on social standing. At the start of the second volume, the scene is set at a ball, where the eccentric Duke de Lucenay engages in loud and scandalous behavior that highlights the contrast between his social standing and his lack of decorum. As the evening progresses, tensions rise involving Madame d'Harville and her emotional turmoil surrounding her relationship with Charles Robert, a handsome but vapid man who has caught her affections. Amidst the chaos, Rodolph, another central character, is drawn into the fray as he tries to uncover the truth about Madame d'Harville's feelings while grappling with his own complex emotions. The opening sets the stage for a tangled web of relationships and foreshadows the dramatic encounters that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33801 |
| Release Date | Sep 22, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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