Mademoiselle de la Seiglière by Jules Sandeau
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| Author | Sandeau, Jules, 1811-1883 |
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| Title |
Mademoiselle de la Seiglière
Comédie en quatre actes, en prose |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mademoiselle de la Seiglière" by Jules Sandeau is a comedic play written in the mid-19th century. Centered around the lives of the Marquis de La Seiglière and his daughter Hélène, the narrative unfolds within the family estate in Poitou, revealing themes of nobility, honor, and the legacies of the past. The plot is spurred by the intriguing return of Bernard Stamply, the son of the former owner of the estate, who challenges the current holders of the land, setting the stage for dramatic confrontations. At the start of the play, we are introduced to the vibrant characters in a charming salon of the château. The Marquis, exuberant and full of life, eagerly anticipates the day of hunting while showcasing a carefree and boastful attitude toward his lifestyle. His daughter Hélène shares his fondness for the estate but hints at a deeper connection to Bernard, hinting at a backstory that drives the conflict. The arrival of an unnamed young man adds an air of mystery, underlying an unfolding tension related to Bernard's impending return, which promises to shake the very foundation of the Marquis's newfound stability. This opening sets the tone for a rich exploration of social dynamics and the repercussions of the past on the present, full of humor and poignant interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French drama -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29651 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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