Variétés Historiques et Littéraires (06/10) by Edouard Fournier

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Editor Fournier, Edouard, 1819-1880
Title Variétés Historiques et Littéraires (06/10)
Recueil de piéces volantes rares et curieuses en prose et en vers
Note Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Variétés Historiques et Littéraires" by Édouard Fournier is a historical and literary collection written during the mid-19th century. This compilation features rare and curious pieces in prose and verse, showcasing various historical events and reflections on literature. The book selectively revisits significant moments and personalities from history, reflecting on the impact of literature in shaping narratives. At the start of the work, Fournier recounts a catastrophic flooding event that occurred along the Loire River in January 1633. Through vivid descriptions, he narrates the dramatic consequences of the deluge, detailing the panic of families trying to save their lives amidst the powerful waters. The opening portion introduces various characters, including a father grappling with the safety of his children and a gentleman caught off guard by the sudden rise of water. The narratives highlight not just the individual tragedies caused by the disaster but also the miraculous escapes attributed to divine intervention, setting a tone of both reverence and inquiry into human resilience and fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French literature
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EBook-No. 48477
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