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Title:
Sac-Au-Dos
1907
Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Sac-Au-Dos" by Joris Karl Huysmans is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the experiences of a young man named Eugène Lejantel as he undergoes a tumultuous journey through military service during the Franco-Prussian War. The novel explores themes of identity, the absurdities of military life, and the search for personal meaning against the backdrop of war and societal expectations. The story begins with Eugène's life post-education as he is thrust into the rigors of military duty, largely against his will. His narrative unfolds with vivid descriptions of his experiences as a soldier, highlighted by his dreary journey through military camps, mundane hospital life, and interactions with various characters that illustrate the trials and tribulations of soldiers during wartime. As he grapples with the harsh realities of war, including illness and the camaraderie formed among fellow soldiers, Eugène also experiences fleeting moments of joy, tenderness, and rebellion. Along the way, he develops a friendship with a painter named Francis and encounters Sister Angèle, whose kindness stands in stark contrast to the chaos surrounding them. Ultimately, the novel reflects on Eugène's search for freedom and the complexity of the human experience in a world marked by conflict and uncertainty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907
Translator: Meyer, L. G.
EBook No.: 23216
Published: Oct 27, 2007
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Sac-Au-Dos
1907
Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Sac-Au-Dos" by Joris Karl Huysmans is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the experiences of a young man named Eugène Lejantel as he undergoes a tumultuous journey through military service during the Franco-Prussian War. The novel explores themes of identity, the absurdities of military life, and the search for personal meaning against the backdrop of war and societal expectations. The story begins with Eugène's life post-education as he is thrust into the rigors of military duty, largely against his will. His narrative unfolds with vivid descriptions of his experiences as a soldier, highlighted by his dreary journey through military camps, mundane hospital life, and interactions with various characters that illustrate the trials and tribulations of soldiers during wartime. As he grapples with the harsh realities of war, including illness and the camaraderie formed among fellow soldiers, Eugène also experiences fleeting moments of joy, tenderness, and rebellion. Along the way, he develops a friendship with a painter named Francis and encounters Sister Angèle, whose kindness stands in stark contrast to the chaos surrounding them. Ultimately, the novel reflects on Eugène's search for freedom and the complexity of the human experience in a world marked by conflict and uncertainty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907
Translator: Meyer, L. G.
EBook No.: 23216
Published: Oct 27, 2007
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.