| Author |
Mille, Pierre, 1864-1941 |
| LoC No. |
14010645
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| Title |
Le monarque
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| Original Publication |
France: Calmann-Lévy, 1914.
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| Contents |
Le monarque -- Ceux du nord: Le félibre du nord. La journée de M. Stuyvaert. L'enterrement de Madame Stuyvaert. Berty. Le crime de M. Babelon.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Polona digital library)
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| Summary |
"Le monarque" by Pierre Mille is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a quaint Provençal village called Espélunque, where the central character, known as the Monarque, engages in various humorous escapades that illuminate the local culture and character dynamics. Through the lens of this community, Mille explores themes of social identity, personal ambition, and the whimsical nature of life. The opening of "Le Monarque" introduces readers to the picturesque setting of Espélunque and the charming yet lazy protagonist, Juste-Claude Bonnafoux, nicknamed the Monarque. As he navigates village life and shares amusing anecdotes with his friend Cazevieille, the Monarque depicts a character who embodies a carefree spirit yet harbors dreams of grandeur. His experiences, including encounters with local fishermen and his disdain for work, highlight his whimsical perspective on life. This leisurely tone not only establishes the setting but also piques interest in the Monarque's future exploits and interactions within the close-knit community. (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 |
French fiction -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
70900 |
| Release Date |
Jun 2, 2023 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 3, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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