| Author |
France, Anatole, 1844-1924 |
| Illustrator |
Mucha, Alphonse, 1860-1939 |
| Title |
Clio
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodriguez and Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
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| Summary |
"Clio" by Anatole France is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a blind old poet known as the Vieillard, who wanders the landscape of ancient Kymé, reflecting on his life as he navigates the complexities of aging, memory, and the rich tapestry of Greek mythology. The narrative captures themes of artistic struggle, the passing of time, and the relationship between humanity and the divine, set against a backdrop of lush descriptions of the natural world. The opening of the novel introduces the Vieillard as he traverses the path to his home after performing for a king. He is depicted as a figure marked by age and experience, carrying a lyre and accompanied by his loyal dog. We learn of his humble dwelling, the remnants of his family, and the community of young learners he teaches poetry and music to. As he interacts with his environment, various elements of his past come to life, including his connections to the divine and the gods he venerates. The complex dynamics between the Vieillard, his home, and the children he instructs present a rich canvas that sets the stage for deeper explorations of life's ephemeral nature and the enduring power of art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50664 |
| Release Date |
Dec 11, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 2, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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