This edition had all images removed.
Title: Un dilemme
Note: Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Brendan King, Laurent Vogel, and the J.-K.
Huysmans web site at www.huysmans.org (this file was
produced using images generously made available by the
Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at
http:
//gallica.bnf.fr)
Summary: "Un dilemme" by J.-K. Huysmans is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complex dynamics of inheritance and social relationships following the death of a young man named Jules, particularly focusing on the legal and moral implications surrounding his mistress, Sophie. The book delves into themes of class, gender, and the often harsh realities faced by women in society. The opening of the novel introduces the characters M. Lambois and Maître Le Ponsart, discussing the fate of Jules' estate after his death. They explore the legal ramifications of Jules' relationships, particularly concerning Sophie, who claims to be pregnant. The notary, Le Ponsart, plans to deal with her without acknowledgment of any emotional or financial obligation, revealing his pragmatic yet cold approach to the situation. This sets the stage for the ensuing conflict as Sophie confronts the harsh realities of her situation and the societal expectations placed upon her. The intricate dialogues and character interactions highlight the tension between moral righteousness and personal gain, a central theme in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907
EBook No.: 23940
Published: Dec 20, 2007
Downloads: 108
Language: French
Subject: Rich people -- Fiction
Subject: Social classes -- Fiction
Subject: French fiction -- 19th century
Subject: Avarice -- Fiction
Subject: Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject: Manipulative behavior -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Un dilemme
Note: Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Brendan King, Laurent Vogel, and the J.-K.
Huysmans web site at www.huysmans.org (this file was
produced using images generously made available by the
Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at
http:
//gallica.bnf.fr)
Summary: "Un dilemme" by J.-K. Huysmans is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complex dynamics of inheritance and social relationships following the death of a young man named Jules, particularly focusing on the legal and moral implications surrounding his mistress, Sophie. The book delves into themes of class, gender, and the often harsh realities faced by women in society. The opening of the novel introduces the characters M. Lambois and Maître Le Ponsart, discussing the fate of Jules' estate after his death. They explore the legal ramifications of Jules' relationships, particularly concerning Sophie, who claims to be pregnant. The notary, Le Ponsart, plans to deal with her without acknowledgment of any emotional or financial obligation, revealing his pragmatic yet cold approach to the situation. This sets the stage for the ensuing conflict as Sophie confronts the harsh realities of her situation and the societal expectations placed upon her. The intricate dialogues and character interactions highlight the tension between moral righteousness and personal gain, a central theme in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907
EBook No.: 23940
Published: Dec 20, 2007
Downloads: 108
Language: French
Subject: Rich people -- Fiction
Subject: Social classes -- Fiction
Subject: French fiction -- 19th century
Subject: Avarice -- Fiction
Subject: Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject: Manipulative behavior -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.