Elpénor by Jean Giraudoux
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About this eBook
| Author | Giraudoux, Jean, 1882-1944 |
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| Title | Elpénor |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Le Cyclope -- Les Sirènes -- Morts d'Elpénor. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Elpénor" by Jean Giraudoux is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores themes from Greek mythology, particularly focusing on the character Elpénor, a sailor from the "Odyssey," and his interactions with other significant figures such as Ulysse (Odysseus) and various mythological creatures. The narrative seems to examine existential questions and the nature of desire, memory, and the human experience. The opening of the novel introduces the character of Elpénor, who is portrayed as a tragic figure struggling with unfulfilled desires and the complex nature of existence. Set in a mythical context, the narrative weaves together elements of humor and philosophical inquiry as Elpénor expresses a longing for experiences that feel perpetually just out of reach. Ulysse, as a central character, is depicted in a contemplative state, navigating the pressures of leadership while dealing with his crew’s whims and desires. The prose is rich and descriptive, blending elements of poetic language with storytelling that lays the groundwork for deeper explorations of human motivation and folly. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fantasy fiction |
| Subject | Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Elpenor (Greek mythology) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60665 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 61 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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