Aline et Valcour, ou Le Roman Philosophique. Tome 3 by marquis de Sade
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| Author | Sade, marquis de, 1740-1814 |
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| Title | Aline et Valcour, ou Le Roman Philosophique. Tome 3 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Phyllis Eccleston Based on a transcription made available by Wikisource (Bibliothèque libre of the Wikimedia Foundation) at https: //fr.wikisource.org and on a digital photographic reproduction made available by Gallica (Bibliothèque numérique of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France) at http: //gallica.bnf.fr. |
| Summary | "Aline et Valcour, ou Le Roman Philosophique. Tome 3" by Marquis de Sade is a philosophical novel written in the late 18th century. The narrative follows various characters, including Aline, Valcour, and the troubled youth Sainville, as they navigate complex relationships amidst the turmoil of societal changes in France. The story addresses themes of virtue, justice, and the challenges brought on by despotism, alluding to the historical context of the impending French Revolution. The opening of this volume introduces a crisis at Verfeuille, where tensions escalate upon the arrival of a government officer, Nicodême Poussefort, sent to arrest Sainville and Aline. As a chaotic scene unfolds, we see the characters grappling with their emotions and societal roles. The comte de Beaulé attempts to protect Sainville and Aline while uncovering a web of misunderstandings regarding their identities. Amidst emotional turmoil, Aline learns of deep familial ties that complicate her situation, raising questions about honor, duty, and the intersection of personal relationships with the oppressive forces of government. The beginning sets the stage for a tale rich in intrigue and moral dilemmas, promising further exploration of the characters' fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Erotic literature -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60827 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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