Scènes de la vie de jeunesse: Nouvelles by Henri Murger
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| Author | Murger, Henri, 1822-1861 |
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| Title | Scènes de la vie de jeunesse: Nouvelles |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Le souper des funérailles -- La maîtresse aux mains rouges -- Le bonhomme Jadis -- Les amours d'Olivier -- Un poète de gouttières -- Le manchon de Francine. |
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| Summary | "Scènes de la vie de jeunesse: Nouvelles" by Henri Murger is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the lives of young artists and bohemians in Paris, showcasing their friendships, romances, and struggles in a vibrant yet harsh social environment. Central characters such as Ulric de Rouvres venture through their youthful escapades, highlighting themes of love, melancholy, and the pursuit of a fulfilling life against a backdrop of societal constraints. The opening of the work introduces readers to a lively gathering at Café de Foy, where a group of wealthy young men and attractive women are engaged in a mix of revelry and dark humor over a mysterious death. One character, Tristan, prepares to recount the tale of Ulric de Rouvres, who attempted to end his life due to despair despite having wealth and charm. The setting swiftly shifts from a carefree dinner to the profound tales of lost love and misfortune, hinting at Ulric's troubled past and the depth of his character. As the narrative unfolds, it sets the stage for a poignant exploration of youthful dreams and the harsh realities faced by those striving to navigate love and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Equality -- Fiction |
| Subject | Working class -- France -- Fiction |
| Subject | Cynicism -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18537 |
| Release Date | Jun 8, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 86 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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