La mer et les marins by Edouard Corbière
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| Author | Corbière, Edouard, 1793-1875 |
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| Title |
La mer et les marins
Scènes maritimes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "La mer et les marins" by Édouard Corbière is a collection of maritime scenes written in the early 19th century. This literary work delves into the emotional and philosophical experiences of sailors, exploring the intrinsic nature of navigation and the complex relationship between mankind and the open sea. Corbière presents vivid depictions of maritime life, focusing on the sensations, struggles, and camaraderie among sailors against the backdrop of nature's vastness. The opening of the book establishes a profound contemplation of the human condition through the lens of seafaring. It articulates the formidable challenges posed by the ocean, highlighting how sailors grapple with feelings of isolation, danger, and existential reflection while at sea. As sailors confront violent storms and uncertain fates during their journeys, they engage in storytelling and singing, maintaining a semblance of resilience and camaraderie amidst despair. Corbière effectively captures the duality of maritime life, portraying it as a sublime yet perilous adventure that shapes the very essence of those who dare to conquer the ocean's depths. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | Sea stories, French |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17353 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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