The Outrage by Annie Vivanti
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About this eBook
| Author | Vivanti, Annie, 1866-1942 |
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| LoC No. | 18007294 |
| Title | The Outrage |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Outrage" by Annie Vivanti is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young girl named Chérie and her younger sister Mireille, along with their German governess Frieda, as they navigate the carefree joys of a summer holiday by the sea, which is soon disrupted by the impending threat of war. Through the eyes of these characters, the book delves into themes of innocence, the loss of childhood, and the impact of external conflict on personal lives. At the start of the novel, Chérie is excitedly preparing for a day at the beach, demonstrating her youthful exuberance. The opening chapters introduce the dynamics between the girls and Frieda, showcasing their playfulness and contrasting perspectives on their vacation. The narrative quickly shifts as they receive news of a looming war that brings an ominous change in their reality. Tensions rise as they prepare to leave their idyllic seaside retreat, highlighting their innocence in the face of a changing world. The budding friendships and the carefree existence of the children intensify the sense of upheaval when the conflict begins encroaching upon their lives, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of survival and resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40949 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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