La gueuse parfumée: Récits provençaux by Paul Arène
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| Author | Arène, Paul, 1843-1896 |
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| Title | La gueuse parfumée: Récits provençaux |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Jean-des-Figues -- Le Tor d'Entraÿs -- Le Clos des ames -- La Mort de Pan -- Le Canot des six capitaines. |
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| Summary | "La gueuse parfumée: Récits provençaux" by Paul Arène is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives explore life in the Provence region of France through the eyes of the main character, Jean-des-Figues, who embodies both humble beginnings and aspirations of nobility. The book likely presents themes of nostalgia, identity, and the simplicity of rural life intertwined with moments of humor and adventure. The opening of the book introduces us to Jean-des-Figues, who recounts the circumstances of his birth, which took place under a fig tree while surrounded by the sounds of nature. His narrative offers a vivid description of his parents and their modest lifestyle. Quickly, we learn about the affectionate bond he shares with his father, who tries to teach him the ways of farming, as well as his youthful curiosity and whimsical nature. The initial chapters lay the groundwork for a reflective exploration of memory and the intricate relationships that shape one's identity in a picturesque, yet often harsh rural environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | Provence (France) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60680 |
| Release Date | Nov 13, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 78 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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