| Author |
Nodier, Charles, 1780-1844 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Janin, Jules Gabriel, 1804-1874 |
| Illustrator |
Marold, Luděk, 1865-1898 |
| Illustrator |
Mittis |
| Illustrator |
Picard, G. (Georges), 1857- |
| LoC No. |
12028807
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| Title |
Jean Sbogar
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
J.-M. Mariot from files generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica).
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| Summary |
"Jean Sbogar" by Charles Nodier is a novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative introduces readers to its titular character, a complex bandit who navigates the tumultuous political landscape of Istria. As his legend grows within a backdrop of rebellion and social upheaval, the story explores themes of identity, honor, and the consequences of living outside societal norms. At the start of the novel, the author establishes an atmospheric setting near Trieste, detailing the lives of Madame Alberti and her daughter Antonia who are grappling with both personal loss and the looming threat of the notorious brigand Jean Sbogar. Through rich, descriptive prose, we learn about the melancholic backdrop of their lives, the tragic fate of their family, and the emotional hauntings that ensue. Antonia, a delicate figure, is particularly affected by the tales surrounding Sbogar, leading to a growing sense of dread that intertwines her fate with that of the enigmatic bandit in a world filled with danger and uncertain alliances. The opening portion sets the stage for an intriguing exploration of love, tragedy, and the shadow of fear that looms over its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64289 |
| Release Date |
Jan 14, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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