The Red Lily — Complete by Anatole France
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| Author | France, Anatole, 1844-1924 |
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| Uniform Title | Le lys rouge. English |
| Title | The Red Lily — Complete |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Translation of Le lys rouge. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "The Red Lily — Complete" by Anatole France is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative explores the intricacies of love and the lives of its main characters, particularly Therese, a woman caught in the allure of society and her desires for deeper connections. The novel delves into themes of disillusionment and the contrast between romantic idealism and the mundane realities of life. The opening of the novel sets a richly detailed scene, introducing readers to Therese as she prepares for visitors in her elegantly appointed drawing-room. As she contemplates her life and examines her reflections in a mirror, her musings reveal a sense of ennui and longing for something more meaningful. The arrival of her friends brings a mix of banter and discussions about art, literature, and the trivialities of high society. Through dialogues that touch on various relationships and the complexities of human emotions, the foundation for Therese’s internal struggle is established. She grapples with her feelings for Robert Le Menil and doubts about her marriage, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of her quest for love and fulfillment amidst a world that often feels superficial. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Italy -- Fiction |
| Subject | France -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3922 |
| Release Date | Oct 30, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 315 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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