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Title: La Chèvre d'Or

Note: Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Claudine Corbasson, Hans Pieterse and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
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Summary: "La Chèvre d'Or" by Paul Arène is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set in Provence, it seems to delve into themes of treasure hunting and legend, revolving around the titular golden goat that embodies an elusive dream and a fascinating journey for the protagonist. The narrative invites readers into a rich tapestry of encounters with local characters and reflections on the past, particularly through the observations of the main character who, in search of a hidden treasure, traverses both the physical landscape and his own thoughts. The opening of the story presents a letter from the main character to a friend, filled with philosophical musings and an introduction to his quest for a treasure he believes to be real and not mythological. He reflects on his life experiences, feeling a loss of hope and ambition, while also sharing his resolve to find this elusive treasure in the luminous backdrop of Provence. As he embarks on his journey, he encounters local figures, including "patron Ruf," who brings humor and richness to the tale, as well as a host of whimsical characters and settings that shape his pursuit of adventure and self-discovery. The writing immerses the reader in the cultural and historical context of Provence, promising a narrative layered with meaning and engagement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Arène, Paul, 1843-1896

EBook No.: 43767

Published: Sep 19, 2013

Downloads: 55

Language: French

Subject: French fiction -- 19th century

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: La Chèvre d'Or

Note: Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Claudine Corbasson, Hans Pieterse and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "La Chèvre d'Or" by Paul Arène is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set in Provence, it seems to delve into themes of treasure hunting and legend, revolving around the titular golden goat that embodies an elusive dream and a fascinating journey for the protagonist. The narrative invites readers into a rich tapestry of encounters with local characters and reflections on the past, particularly through the observations of the main character who, in search of a hidden treasure, traverses both the physical landscape and his own thoughts. The opening of the story presents a letter from the main character to a friend, filled with philosophical musings and an introduction to his quest for a treasure he believes to be real and not mythological. He reflects on his life experiences, feeling a loss of hope and ambition, while also sharing his resolve to find this elusive treasure in the luminous backdrop of Provence. As he embarks on his journey, he encounters local figures, including "patron Ruf," who brings humor and richness to the tale, as well as a host of whimsical characters and settings that shape his pursuit of adventure and self-discovery. The writing immerses the reader in the cultural and historical context of Provence, promising a narrative layered with meaning and engagement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Arène, Paul, 1843-1896

EBook No.: 43767

Published: Sep 19, 2013

Downloads: 55

Language: French

Subject: French fiction -- 19th century

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.