Voyage autour de mon jardin by Alphonse Karr
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| Author | Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890 |
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| Title | Voyage autour de mon jardin |
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| Summary | "Voyage autour de mon jardin" by Alphonse Karr is a contemplative literary work written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of nature, friendship, and the beauty of everyday life through the lens of the narrator's garden and the experiences surrounding it. The narrative interweaves personal reflections with detailed observations of the natural world, inviting readers into a philosophical journey. At the start of the narrative, the speaker recounts a poignant farewell to a friend who is embarking on a journey, sparking feelings of envy and longing for adventure. As the friend departs, the narrator reflects on feelings of loss and self-justification, ultimately finding solace in the beauty of his own simple garden. He observes the magnificent sunset and contemplates the riches nature provides to those who appreciate it, while contrasting this with the material wealth that can often leave one feeling empty. This opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of existence, happiness, and the often-overlooked wonders that lie within one’s immediate surroundings. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history |
| Subject | Gardening |
| Subject | Gardens |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38385 |
| Release Date | Dec 22, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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