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Title: A Woodland Queen ('Reine des Bois') — Complete

Note: Translation of Reine des bois.

Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "A Woodland Queen ('Reine des Bois')" by André Theuriet is a novel written in the late 19th century that encapsulates the themes of inheritance, identity, and rural life in France. The narrative unfolds around the character of Claudet Sejournant, a young man who finds himself in a precarious position following the death of Claude de Buxieres, a local nobleman he viewed as a father figure. The story explores Claudet's quest for recognition and belonging as he grapples with the implications of a disputed inheritance in the backdrop of provincial life, rich with detailed descriptions of the French countryside. The opening portion introduces readers to a transformative moment in Claudet's life. In the wake of Claude de Buxieres's sudden death and the uncertainty surrounding his will, Claudet's hopes of securing his father's estate hang in the balance. As he faces bureaucratic obstacles, the narrative introduces a range of characters, including M. Eustache Destourbet, the justice of the peace, and Reine Vincart, a young woman who appears to symbolize strength and resilience amidst adversity. The chapter's events set the stage for an exploration of social dynamics, class conflict, and the emotional turmoil of a young man seeking his rightful place while hinting at future complications arising from his complicated relationships with those around him. The opening thus engages readers in Claudet's internal struggle and the rustic charm that defines his world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Theuriet, André, 1833-1907

EBook No.: 3938

Published: Oct 30, 2004

Downloads: 86

Language: English

Subject: Villages -- France -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: A Woodland Queen ('Reine des Bois') — Complete

Note: Translation of Reine des bois.

Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "A Woodland Queen ('Reine des Bois')" by André Theuriet is a novel written in the late 19th century that encapsulates the themes of inheritance, identity, and rural life in France. The narrative unfolds around the character of Claudet Sejournant, a young man who finds himself in a precarious position following the death of Claude de Buxieres, a local nobleman he viewed as a father figure. The story explores Claudet's quest for recognition and belonging as he grapples with the implications of a disputed inheritance in the backdrop of provincial life, rich with detailed descriptions of the French countryside. The opening portion introduces readers to a transformative moment in Claudet's life. In the wake of Claude de Buxieres's sudden death and the uncertainty surrounding his will, Claudet's hopes of securing his father's estate hang in the balance. As he faces bureaucratic obstacles, the narrative introduces a range of characters, including M. Eustache Destourbet, the justice of the peace, and Reine Vincart, a young woman who appears to symbolize strength and resilience amidst adversity. The chapter's events set the stage for an exploration of social dynamics, class conflict, and the emotional turmoil of a young man seeking his rightful place while hinting at future complications arising from his complicated relationships with those around him. The opening thus engages readers in Claudet's internal struggle and the rustic charm that defines his world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Theuriet, André, 1833-1907

EBook No.: 3938

Published: Oct 30, 2004

Downloads: 86

Language: English

Subject: Villages -- France -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.