La femme assise by Guillaume Apollinaire
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| Author | Apollinaire, Guillaume, 1880-1918 |
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| Title | La femme assise |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "La femme assise" by Guillaume Apollinaire is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character Elvire Goulot, whose experiences offer a glimpse into her complex relationships with various men and women, as well as her artistic pursuits. Set against a backdrop of early 20th-century European society, the novel explores themes of love, sexuality, and the impact of historical events on personal lives. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Elvire Goulot, a talented painter who has a profound admiration for horses, recalling her childhood in Maisons-Laffitte. As the narrative unfolds, we learn of her passionate and complicated entanglements with men, particularly a married doctor named Georges and the Grand Duke André Pétrovitch. Elvire’s journey takes her from her initial innocence through experiences filled with decadence and sophistication, revealing her evolving identity as she navigates relationships with varied individuals, including artists and socialites in a vibrant Parisian scene. The opening sets the stage for a rich exploration of Elvire's character amidst the complexities of love and desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58154 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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