| Author |
Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
| Illustrator |
Atalaya, Henri |
| Translator |
Ives, George Burnham, 1856-1930 |
| Title |
Les beaux messieurs de Bois-Doré Vol. 2 (of 2)
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| Original Publication |
United States: G. Barrie & son,1901.
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| Series Title |
The masterpieces of George Sand Vol. 10
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.0 (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 |
"Les beaux messieurs de Bois-Doré Vol. 2" by George Sand is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in a historical setting filled with rich characters and intricacies involving romance, intrigue, and the social dynamics of the time. Central characters include the Marquis de Bois-Doré, a charming but complex figure, along with Adamas, his confidant, and Mario, his adoptive son. This volume continues to explore their lives amidst the backdrop of societal challenges and personal dilemmas. The opening of the novel begins with comedic scenes involving Mario, the Marquis's adopted son, who humorously experiments with cosmetics he observes in his father's beauty routine. This innocent mischief leads to a series of amusing misunderstandings within the household, ultimately revealing themes of trust and familial bonds. As the story progresses, the narrative shifts to deeper political undertones, focusing on the actions of the rector Poulain and the impending political intrigues, particularly surrounding the Prince de Condé. This blend of humor, familial affection, and political tension sets the stage for a richly woven tale filled with historical depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
France -- History -- Louis XIII, 1610-1643 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69332 |
| Release Date |
Nov 12, 2022 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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