The Galley Slave's Ring; or, The Family of Lebrenn by Eugène Sue
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Author | Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857 |
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Translator | De Leon, Daniel, 1852-1914 |
Title |
The Galley Slave's Ring; or, The Family of Lebrenn
A Tale of The French Revolution of 1848 |
Note | L'anneau du forçat. English |
Note | Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
Summary | "The Galley Slave's Ring; or, The Family of Lebrenn" by Eugène Sue is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative is set against the tumultuous backdrop of the French Revolution of 1848, exploring the lives, struggles, and aspirations of a family amidst societal upheaval. The primary characters introduced include Marik Lebrenn, a linen draper with a strong sense of community standing, and a young assistant named Gildas, both of whom navigate through the changes occurring in their lives and city. At the start of the story, the scenes unfold around the quaint shop of Marik Lebrenn, who is respected within his quarter for his character and business acumen. Gildas, a shop assistant, expresses his bewilderment at the vibrant life of Paris compared to his quieter hometown in Brittany. Their conversation reveals the tension simmering in the city, with the looming specter of revolution making its presence felt. Additionally, an unexpected visit from Dupont adds a layer of mystery regarding the family's dealings, hinting at deeper political and personal entanglements that will unfold as the plot progresses. This opening sets the stage for an intricate tale that intertwines personal drama with broader historical narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
Subject | France -- History -- February Revolution, 1848 -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 37225 |
Release Date | Aug 27, 2011 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 96 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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