Au pays des lys noirs: Souvenirs de jeunesse et d'âge mûr by Adolphe Retté
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| Author | Retté, Adolphe, 1863-1930 |
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| Title | Au pays des lys noirs: Souvenirs de jeunesse et d'âge mûr |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Ebooks libres et gratuits (Richard, Coolmicro and Fred); this text is also available at http: //www.ebooksgratuits.com |
| Summary | "Au pays des lys noirs: Souvenirs de jeunesse et d'âge mûr" by Adolphe Retté is a reflective narrative likely composed in the early 20th century. This work delves into the author's memories over the span of twenty-five years, focusing on literary, political, and occult themes prevalent in French society during that time. The text positions itself as a retrospective commentary on the tumultuous shifts in society, particularly critiquing the cultural and spiritual disarray that arose from the aftermath of the Revolution. The opening of the book introduces the notion that a wave of occultism swept through literature while challenging the prevailing naturalistic trends exemplified by authors like Zola. The author recounts his experiences and interactions with a range of figures, including youthful poets and anarchists, amidst the backdrop of political upheaval and the complexities of spiritual exploration. Retté reflects on the allure of the occult and its seductive power over his generation, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of themes like individualism, rebellion against societal norms, and the search for spiritual meaning within a chaotic landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16850 |
| Release Date | Oct 10, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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