| Author |
La Fontaine, Jean de, 1621-1695 |
| Title |
Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 23
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The River Scamander -- The Confidant Without Knowing It, or The Strategem -- The Clyster.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 23" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of narrative tales written during the 17th century. This volume includes a rich assortment of stories that intertwine elements of allegory, romance, and humor, showcasing the author's adeptness at storytelling. The overarching theme revolves around love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships, conveyed through delightful characters and clever plots. In "The River Scamander," a young man named Cymon becomes enamored with a shepherdess while she bathes, leading to a comedic and romantic revelation as his affections spark the interest of the seemingly innocent maiden. "A Confidant Without Knowing It" tells the tale of Aminta, a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage, who cunningly orchestrates a strategy to convey her affections to her true love, Cleon, through the interference of a meddling aunt. Lastly, "The Clyster" presents a humorous exploration of a young couple's secret romantic entanglement, showcasing miscommunication and misunderstandings that arise during intimate encounters. Together, these tales reflect La Fontaine's mastery in weaving moral lessons with light-hearted entertainment, making them timeless reflections on love and human folly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French poetry -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Fables, French -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5297 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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