Madame X: a story of mother-love by J. W. McConaughy and Alexandre Bisson
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"Madame X: A Story of Mother-Love" by J. W. McConaughy and Alexandre Bisson is a dramatic novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the poignant themes of love, loss, and betrayal, focusing primarily on the struggles of Louis Floriot, a Deputy Attorney of Paris, and the impact of his estranged wife Jacqueline's actions on their family. The story explores the depths of a father's love for his son
and the complexities that arise when the mother of the child returns unexpectedly into their lives after abandoning them. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a tense and emotional scene as Louis watches over his sick son, Raymond, who has been gravely ill. Despite his exhaustion from caring for the boy and his work, Louis appears resolute in his love for Raymond, which serves as a reminder of the emotional void left by Jacqueline's departure. As the narrative unfolds, we glimpse the intertwined fates of these characters, revealing Louis's poignant memories of happiness before the betrayal he suffered. The chapter sets the stage for Jacqueline’s reentry into their lives, hinting at the turmoil and potential for reconciliation that lies ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McConaughy, J. W. |
|---|---|
| Author | Bisson, Alexandre, 1848-1912 |
| Illustrator | Volkert, Edward Charles, 1871-1935 |
| Title | Madame X: a story of mother-love |
| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Extortion -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mothers and sons -- Fiction |
| Subject | Trials (Murder) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58502 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 384 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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