Bellefleur: Roman d'un comédien au XVIIe siècle by François de Nion

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Author Nion, François de, 1854-1923
Title Bellefleur: Roman d'un comédien au XVIIe siècle
Note Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Bellefleur: Roman d'un comédien au XVIIe siècle" by François de Nion is a historical novel written during the early 20th century. The story follows the life of Bellefleur, a young man who transitions from the status of a knight to that of a comedian, navigating the complexities of social class and personal ambition in 17th century France. Central to the narrative are themes of love, identity, and the pursuit of artistic fulfillment amid the challenges of both societal expectations and personal longing. The opening of the novel introduces Bellefleur, revealing his lineage and background, which includes an ancestor who became nobility. As he recounts his upbringing and education under a rather unorthodox governor, readers get a glimpse of his youthful aspirations and desires. His fascination with the world of theatre grows, particularly when he describes his infatuation with a beautiful actress and his longing to watch her perform. This leads to a comical yet pivotal moment when he decides to forfeit his noble aspirations to join a troupe of itinerant actors, thus setting the stage for his adventures in comedy and love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction
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EBook-No. 44483
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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