Paula Monti, Tome I by Eugène Sue
"Paula Monti, Tome I" by Eugène Sue is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in a fashionable Parisian society, exploring themes of intrigue and romance centered around the enigmatic character of Madame de Hansfeld and her interactions with a group of nobles, including M. de Morville. The novel promises a rich tapestry of social dynamics and personal dilemmas against the backdrop of life in 1837 Paris. At thestart of the narrative, the scene is set at the Opera Ball, where characters engage in lively conversations filled with humor and flirtation, revealing the social norms and moral complexities of the time. A masked female domino catches the attention of the crowd with her witty remarks, which lead to discussions about the mysterious prince and princess of Hansfeld, hinting at deeper secrets. As the evening progresses, we are introduced to M. de Morville, who exhibits a troubled longing for the beautiful princess, a sentiment fraught with complications due to familial duties and social expectations. The stage is set for an unfolding drama of love, honor, and the conflicts of society, intriguing readers to delve further into the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857 |
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| Title | Paula Monti, Tome I ou L'Hôtel Lambert - histoire contemporaine |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Carlo Traverso, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16875 |
| Release Date | Oct 14, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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