Consuelo, Tome 1 (1861) by George Sand

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Author Sand, George, 1804-1876
Title Consuelo, Tome 1 (1861)
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Consuelo_(novel) Wikipedia page about this book: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Consuelo_(romanzo)
Note Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Consuelo, Tome 1" by George Sand is a historical novel written during the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around the life of a young girl named Consuelo, who aspires to be a singer while navigating the complexities of her identity and societal expectations. The novel presents her experiences in Venice, intertwined with vibrant characters and rich historical contexts. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Consuelo, an unusual student in a music class, where despite her lack of traditional beauty and wealth, she possesses an exceptional singing talent. During her lesson, the old maestro reluctantly praises her, prompting envy among her peers. The story unfolds in an Italian setting about a century ago, where Consuelo's humble beginnings as the daughter of a supposed Bohémienne are illuminated. The opening portion establishes her relationships with various characters, including a charming young lord, Comte Zustiniani, and her childhood friend Anzoleto, hinting at the challenges of love, ambition, and the hunger for acceptance that she will face as she pursues her musical dreams. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Venice (Italy) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 12666
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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