Les Chants de Maldoror by comte de Lautréamont
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Author | Lautréamont, comte de, 1846-1870 |
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Title | Les Chants de Maldoror |
Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Les_Chants_de_Maldoror |
Note | Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Summary | "Les Chants de Maldoror" by comte de Lautréamont is a novel written during the late 19th century that stands as one of the significant works of surrealist literature. The book introduces readers to Maldoror, a complex and ambiguous figure whose darkly poetic journey delves into themes of cruelty, existential despair, and the human condition. The opening of the novel presents a disorienting and evocative prologue that prepares the reader for the challenging narrative ahead. The text warns of the chaos and violence present in the story, urging only the brave to venture further. It portrays Maldoror as a being born malicious yet suppressing his nature for years, ultimately embracing it. Amidst vivid and unsettling imagery, we see glimpses of his psyche as he reflects on humanity's cruelty and his own violent inclinations. This introduction sets a foreboding tone, indicating that the exploration of this character will traverse the realms of horror and philosophical inquiry, inviting readers into the dark depths of a disturbed mind. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | French |
LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
Subject | Metamorphosis -- Religious aspects -- Poetry |
Subject | Fantasy poetry, French |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 12005 |
Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 382 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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