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Ardel, Henri
1863
1938
Abraham, Berthe
Ardel, Henry
Cœur de sceptique
$aParis :$bPlon, $c1893.
Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
"Cœur de sceptique" by Henri Ardel is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the experiences and introspections of Robert Noris, a disillusioned writer who grapples with the complexities of human relationships, societal expectations, and the pursuit of authenticity. The narrative unfolds in a refined social setting, hinting at themes of beauty, ambition, and the search for genuine connection amidst a superficial world. The opening of the novel introduces us to two young women, one of whom, Isabelle, is characterized by her beauty and societal ambition. As the narrative progresses, we meet Robert Noris, who is captivated by Isabelle's charm but remains cynical about the superficiality of the social circles they occupy. Their conversation reveals Robert's distaste for societal pretenses and his desire for deeper, more meaningful connections, especially as he prepares for a journey to Switzerland, where he yearns to escape the constraints of Parisian life. The initial exchanges set the tone for Robert's character—a man caught between his artistic aspirations and the complexities of romantic encounters, particularly with the alluring but frivolous Isabelle, which foreshadows an exploration of deeper emotional landscapes as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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