Anatole, Vol. 1 by Sophie Gay
"Anatole, Vol. 1" by Sophie Gay is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Valentine, a young widow navigating the complexities of high society in Paris, as well as the fascinating and enigmatic character of Anatole, whose actions and past remain shrouded in mystery. The narrative explores themes of love, honor, and societal norms, capturing both the charm and challenges of its time. Atthe start of the novel, we are introduced to a lively Salon hosted by Madame de Nangis, where the arrival of her beautiful sister-in-law, Madame de Saverny, is eagerly anticipated. The characters engage in lively conversations about societal expectations and personal intrigues, while Valentine’s arrival prompts discussions on beauty, marriage, and social dynamics. We learn about her genteel disposition and her recent loss, as well as her hesitation about stepping into a world rife with judgment and romance. The opening chapters establish a foundation rich with character relationships and set the stage for Valentine’s future interactions with key figures, including the mysterious Anatole, introduced shortly after the initial gathering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Gay, Sophie, 1776-1852 |
|---|---|
| Title | Anatole, Vol. 1 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anatole_(roman) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://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 | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35064 |
| Release Date | Jan 25, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 94 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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