Barbe-bleue by Oscar Méténier
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| Author | Méténier, Oscar, 1859-1913 |
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| Title | Barbe-bleue |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Barbe-bleue" by Oscar Méténier is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around several characters, including the vicomte de Charaintru and the reclusive Baron Pottemain, who has a mysterious past and is rumored to be a fearsome figure in the area. The narrative hints at themes of jealousy, desire, and the complexities of relationships within the social dynamics of the countryside, particularly focusing on the interactions and intrigues involving women such as the institute Pauline Marzet. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a conversation between Mr. and Mrs. de Guermanton and the vicomte de Charaintru as they discuss an upcoming visit to the Baron at his secluded estate, Bois-Peillot. A sense of intrigue surrounds the Baron, as he is described as having withdrawn from society after the death of his wife, echoing rumors of his melancholic and feared demeanor. As Charaintru prepares for the visit, the dialogue reveals hints of jealousy from Mrs. de Guermanton towards the young and lively Pauline, suggesting that the plot may delve into romantic entanglements and secrets that intertwine the lives of these characters in profound ways. (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. | 50278 |
| Release Date | Oct 22, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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