| Author |
Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944 |
| Title |
Jean-Christophe X
Uusi työpäivä
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean-Christophe
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 42.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Jean-Christophe X" by Romain Rolland is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the life of Christophe, a composer who navigates the complexities of art, personal relationships, and existential struggles. Through his character, the book explores themes of creative expression, isolation, love, and the quest for meaning in a rapidly changing world. At the start of the novel, we find Christophe in a state of reflection, contemplating his life and the impact of time on his existence. He grapples with his past, marked by both triumphs and turmoil, and feels a deep connection to music as a source of solace and identity. The narrative introduces his reunion with Grazia, a significant figure from his past, leading to an emotional encounter that stirs memories and feelings long buried. This poignant interaction highlights Christophe's internal conflicts, his longing for connection, and the weight of unexpressed desires as he confronts the intricate tapestry of love and loss in his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Psychological fiction
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| Subject |
Epic literature
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| Subject |
Musicians -- Fiction
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| Subject |
French fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
59173 |
| Release Date |
Mar 31, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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