L'enfant chargé de chaînes by François Mauriac
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About this eBook
| Author | Mauriac, François, 1885-1970 |
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| Title | L'enfant chargé de chaînes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Winston Smith. Images provided by the Internet Archive. |
| Summary | "L'enfant chargé de chaînes" by François Mauriac is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Jean-Paul, a young man grappling with the complexities of his identity, family relationships, and existential despair. As he navigates his academic pursuits and the emotional landscape of his life, the novel explores themes of loneliness, ambition, and the search for meaning in both personal and spiritual contexts. The opening of the novel introduces us to Jean-Paul, living in a modest Parisian apartment and feeling a sense of estrangement from his father, who leads a life of rural simplicity and hunting in Guyenne. We witness Jean-Paul’s introspective nature as he reflects on his isolation and the weight of his familial heritage. He struggles to reconcile his poetic aspirations with feelings of mediocrity and occasionally seeks solace in fleeting relationships. The chapter sets the tone for a rich exploration of his inner turmoil, highlighting his desire for connection and understanding against the backdrop of a complex social environment. As he grapples with these themes, the reader is drawn into his journey of self-discovery, establishing a deep emotional resonance that suggests a profound exploration of the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52145 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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