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Title: Salammbo
Note: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Summary: "Salammbo" by Gustave Flaubert is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the tumultuous world of ancient Carthage, exploring themes of power, desire, and the complexities of human emotions against a backdrop of war. The story centers on the character Salammbô, the daughter of Hamilcar, who becomes enmeshed in the political and passionate turmoil surrounding the mercenaries that once served her father. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene during a festive gathering of soldiers in Carthage, celebrating their victories. The lush descriptions of the garden, the lavish feast, and the diverse gathering of men of various origins create a rich backdrop for the narrative. As the atmosphere buzzes with intoxication and camaraderie, underlying tensions begin to surface, foreshadowing future conflicts between the mercenaries and the Carthaginian leadership. The arrival of Salammbô, accompanied by priests and adorned in opulent attire, introduces an aura of mystique and sets the stage for her profound influence over the events to unfold, illustrating both her celestial connection and earthbound struggles. In this opening portion, readers are drawn into a world where the dichotomy of joy and impending disaster intertwine, establishing a gripping narrative foundation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880
EBook No.: 1290
Published: Feb 11, 2006
Downloads: 650
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Carthage (Extinct city) -- History -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Salammbo
Note: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Summary: "Salammbo" by Gustave Flaubert is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the tumultuous world of ancient Carthage, exploring themes of power, desire, and the complexities of human emotions against a backdrop of war. The story centers on the character Salammbô, the daughter of Hamilcar, who becomes enmeshed in the political and passionate turmoil surrounding the mercenaries that once served her father. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene during a festive gathering of soldiers in Carthage, celebrating their victories. The lush descriptions of the garden, the lavish feast, and the diverse gathering of men of various origins create a rich backdrop for the narrative. As the atmosphere buzzes with intoxication and camaraderie, underlying tensions begin to surface, foreshadowing future conflicts between the mercenaries and the Carthaginian leadership. The arrival of Salammbô, accompanied by priests and adorned in opulent attire, introduces an aura of mystique and sets the stage for her profound influence over the events to unfold, illustrating both her celestial connection and earthbound struggles. In this opening portion, readers are drawn into a world where the dichotomy of joy and impending disaster intertwine, establishing a gripping narrative foundation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880
EBook No.: 1290
Published: Feb 11, 2006
Downloads: 650
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Carthage (Extinct city) -- History -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.