Contes de Restif de la Bretonne by Restif de La Bretonne
"Contes de Restif de la Bretonne" by Restif de La Bretonne is a collection of narratives written in the late 18th century. The work explores themes of love, societal norms, and the human condition, particularly through the lens of the author's personal experiences and relationships. The main character introduced is Fanchette, a young woman whose beauty and charm are central to the unfolding drama, reflecting both the era's romantic ideals and thecomplexities of human interactions. At the start of "Contes de Restif de la Bretonne," the narrative sets the stage for the story of Fanchette, detailing her unfortunate fate as the orphaned daughter of a ruined merchant. The opening chapters convey Fanchette's innocence and beauty, which draw the attention of admirers, including the narrator. Through a mix of personal reflections and romantic encounters, Restif explores themes of longing, seduction, and societal expectations. The writer also introduces the character of Kathégètes, a mentor figure who plays a critical role in Fanchette's story. The familiar tone and rich descriptions invite readers to delve deeper into the social dynamics of the time, hinting at both the trials and tribulations that await Fanchette. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Restif de La Bretonne, 1734-1806 |
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| Contributor | Uzanne, Octave, 1851-1931 |
| LoC No. | 17008535 |
| Title | Contes de Restif de la Bretonne Le Pied de Fanchette, ou, le Soulier couleur de rose |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Clarity, 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 Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47133 |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 107 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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