Lélia by George Sand
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| Author | Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
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| Illustrator | Johannot, Tony, 1803-1852 |
| Illustrator | Sand, Maurice, 1823-1889 |
| Title | Lélia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Lélia" by George Sand is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The work explores profound themes of love, faith, and existential suffering through the character of Lélia, a complex figure who elicits both admiration and fear from those around her. The narrative seems to delve into the struggles of the human spirit in the face of doubt and moral ambiguity. At the start of the novel, the preface reveals George Sand's introspective reflections on the creation of "Lélia," which was written without a predetermined plan and intended for her own contemplation. The narrative opens with a young poet’s turmoil regarding Lélia's enigmatic yet captivating nature, which inspires both awe and dread. This poet grapples with questions of Lélia's essence, her mystical qualities, and her seemingly profound disconnect from the mundane world. As the story unfolds, it suggests that Lélia embodies not only the beauty of spiritual longing but also a painful grappling with identity and belief. The tension between her transcendent aspirations and deep-seated despair becomes a central theme, setting the stage for an exploration of existentialism and the complexities of human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39738 |
| Release Date | May 19, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 160 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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