The Surprises of Life by Georges Clemenceau
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About this eBook
| Author | Clemenceau, Georges, 1841-1929 |
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| Translator | Hall, Grace |
| Uniform Title | Aux embuscades de la vie. English |
| Title | The Surprises of Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Mokoubamba's fetish -- A descendant of Timon -- Malus vicinus -- Aunt Rosalie's inheritance -- Gideon in his grave -- Simon, son of Simon -- At the foot of the cross -- Evil beneficence -- A mad thinker -- Better than stealing -- The gray fox -- The adventure of my curé -- Master Baptist, judge -- The bullfinch and the maker of wooden shoes -- About nests -- A domestic drama -- Six cents -- Flower o' the wheat -- Jean Piot's feast -- The treasure of St. Bartholenew -- A happy union -- A well-assorted couple -- Lovers in Florence -- A hunting accident -- Giambolo. |
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| Summary | "The Surprises of Life" by Georges Clemenceau is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives explore the complexities of human experience, often through the lens of unique characters like Mokoubamba, a reseater of rush-bottomed chairs and a storyteller, whose life is marked by travels and encounters with diverse cultures and beliefs. Through these rich and engaging tales, the author delves into themes of wisdom, fortune, and the human condition. At the start of the work, the reader is introduced to Mokoubamba, who reminisces about his life and various experiences. He is a charismatic old Negro from Guinea, known for his storytelling and charm, who reflects on his past, including his time in service to kings and his adventures across continents. Mokoubamba shares his thoughts on "Fetishes," which he describes as the guiding forces of life, intertwining personal anecdotes with philosophical musings. His conversations of destiny and happiness set the tone for the journey ahead, promising a series of insightful and thought-provoking narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories, French -- Translations into English |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40618 |
| Release Date | Aug 29, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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