La dame aux camélias by Alexandre Dumas

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Author Dumas, Alexandre, 1824-1895
Title La dame aux camélias
Credits Walter Debeuf
Summary "La dame aux camélias" by Alexandre Dumas, fils is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of love, sacrifice, and societal judgment through the life of its main character, Marguerite Gautier, a courtesan known for her beauty and tragic fate. It delves deep into the complexities of her relationships and the profound impact of her profession on her existence, highlighting the paradoxes of love and morality. The opening of the tale introduces us to the narrator, who reflects on the nature of storytelling as he recounts the life of Marguerite Gautier. He visits her lavish apartment shortly after her death and observes the societal curiosity surrounding the sale of her belongings. Through his exploration, he describes the opulence that adorned her life as a courtesan, contrasted with the loneliness that engulfed her final moments. The narrator conveys a sense of compassion towards Marguerite, hinting at the emotional turmoil resulting from her lifestyle. He learns about her death and recognizes her impact on those who frequented her world, introducing the reader to a poignant narrative that promises to unravel deeper connections and tragic outcomes in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Fathers and sons -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Paris (France) -- Fiction
Subject Courtesans -- Fiction
Subject Tuberculosis -- Patients -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 2419
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Most Recently Updated Apr 29, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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