Odette's Marriage by Albert Delpit

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Author Delpit, Albert, 1849-1893
Translator Prescott, Emily
Title Odette's Marriage
A Novel, from the French of Albert Delpit, Translated from the "Revue des Deux Mondes," by Emily Prescott
Note Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Odette's Marriage" by Albert Delpit is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Odette, a young woman portrayed as beautiful but troubled, who is navigating the complexities of love and societal expectations in a world where her personal beliefs clash with those imposed by family and friends. The book delves into her relationships with various characters, especially her father, her friend Corinne, and her love interest Paul Frager. At the start of the story, Odette is introduced through a conversation with her friend Mme. Descoutures, who expresses concern over Odette's changed demeanor after a winter spent at home. While Odette grapples with feelings of boredom, a past love interest, and the expectations surrounding her, she insists that she does not wish to marry anyone, despite offers from admirers. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for themes of familial duty, romance, and internal conflict, setting a rich backdrop for Odette's journey as she confronts her own desires and the societal pressures surrounding her marriage. As the narrative unfolds, readers begin to sense the turmoil within Odette, especially when the reappearance of her sister Germaine brings new dynamics into the familial relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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