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LoC No.: 09002496
Title: A Provence rose
Original Publication: United States: Joseph Knight Company, 1893.
Series Title: Cosy corner series
Note: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Provence Rose" by Louisa de la Ramé (Ouida) is a poignant tale written in the late 19th century, specifically in the 1890s. It falls within the genre of literary fiction and offers a beautiful yet sorrowful exploration of love, sacrifice, and the struggle against social adversity. The narrative mirrors the life of a fragile rose, symbolizing beauty and transience, while also addressing themes of longing, aspiration, and the harsh realities of urban existence. The story unfolds through the eyes of a Provence rose who experiences both the vibrancy of its southern homeland and the stark contrast of being uprooted and brought to the confines of a Parisian attic. There, the rose becomes intertwined with the lives of Lili, a poor young artist, and René, a painter struggling to find recognition in a world dominated by wealth and status. Love blossoms between Lili and René amidst their poverty, but they face profound challenges as they grapple with choices that test their integrity and dreams. As war and tragedy change their fates, the rose serves as a silent witness to their joys and sorrows, ultimately underscoring the deeper human connections that endure despite suffering. The narrative evokes a rich tapestry of emotions, reflecting on the beauty and pain of life through the delicate lens of a flower. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ouida, 1839-1908
Illustrator: Sacker, Amy M. (Amy Maria), 1872-1965
EBook No.: 71730
Published: Sep 26, 2023
Downloads: 59
Language: English
Subject: Provence (France) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 09002496
Title: A Provence rose
Original Publication: United States: Joseph Knight Company, 1893.
Series Title: Cosy corner series
Note: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Provence Rose" by Louisa de la Ramé (Ouida) is a poignant tale written in the late 19th century, specifically in the 1890s. It falls within the genre of literary fiction and offers a beautiful yet sorrowful exploration of love, sacrifice, and the struggle against social adversity. The narrative mirrors the life of a fragile rose, symbolizing beauty and transience, while also addressing themes of longing, aspiration, and the harsh realities of urban existence. The story unfolds through the eyes of a Provence rose who experiences both the vibrancy of its southern homeland and the stark contrast of being uprooted and brought to the confines of a Parisian attic. There, the rose becomes intertwined with the lives of Lili, a poor young artist, and René, a painter struggling to find recognition in a world dominated by wealth and status. Love blossoms between Lili and René amidst their poverty, but they face profound challenges as they grapple with choices that test their integrity and dreams. As war and tragedy change their fates, the rose serves as a silent witness to their joys and sorrows, ultimately underscoring the deeper human connections that endure despite suffering. The narrative evokes a rich tapestry of emotions, reflecting on the beauty and pain of life through the delicate lens of a flower. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ouida, 1839-1908
Illustrator: Sacker, Amy M. (Amy Maria), 1872-1965
EBook No.: 71730
Published: Sep 26, 2023
Downloads: 59
Language: English
Subject: Provence (France) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.