Le chasseur d'ours by Charles Buet
"Le chasseur d'ours" by Charles Buet is a fictional narrative written during the late 19th century. This novel humorously narrates the adventures of an eccentric character, Hilarion Bruno, an avid bear hunter living in the Savoy region of France. The book touches upon themes of hunting, the relationship between man and nature, and the storytelling traditions that accompany these outdoor pursuits. The story unfolds through the narration of Hilarion Bruno, who recountshis life as a hunter and mayor, blending anecdotes from his youthful adventures with elements of regional folklore and personal philosophy. The reader is introduced to his first experience hunting bears, showcasing the comical misunderstandings and misadventures of his younger days. As he reflects on his relationships with family and friends, he also shares encounters with various animals and the cultural background of his community. Throughout the narrative, Buet combines humor with a keen observation of both character and setting, creating a charming portrayal of rural life and the thrill of the hunt. The dialogue captures the lively spirit of the characters, making "Le chasseur d'ours" an entertaining read for those interested in wildlife, local culture, and lighthearted storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Buet, Charles, 1846-1897 |
|---|---|
| Title | Le chasseur d'ours |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Carlo Traverso, Renald Levesque 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) at http://gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Hunting stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17240 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 108 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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