| Author |
Henry-Bordeaux, Paule, 1903-1999 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935 |
| LoC No. |
24007344
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| Title |
Sur la route de Palmyre
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| Original Publication |
France: Plon-Nourrit et cie,1923.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"Sur la route de Palmyre" by Paule Henry-Bordeaux is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The work details the author's journey through the Middle East, particularly focusing on the contrasting lives of the characters she encounters, such as the young Muslim woman Roumana. The book likely explores themes of cultural intersection, personal struggles, and the beauty of the exotic landscapes of Syria. At the start of the journey, the narrator expresses her excitement to travel to the historic site of Palmyre, a name that evokes strong emotions and vivid memories. The opening chapters depict a detailed account of her experiences in Damas, filled with vibrant descriptions of the souks, the rich aromas, and the bustling life of the city. She makes significant contact with various characters, including Roumana, who reveals the complexities of her existence as a young bride in a patriarchal society. As the narrator befriends Roumana and learns about her life and dreams, a poignant story unfolds that hints at a tragic future, establishing a deep emotional connection that permeates the travelogue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Tadmur (Syria) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68307 |
| Release Date |
Jun 13, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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