A Tragic Idyl by Paul Bourget
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| Author | Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935 |
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| Uniform Title | Une idylle tragique. English |
| Title | A Tragic Idyl |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Laura Natal Rodrigues |
| Summary | "A Tragic Idyl" by Paul Bourget is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book opens at the Casino of Monte Carlo during a bustling night, setting the stage for a rich tapestry of characters intertwined in a world of luxury, gambling, and social intrigue. Central to the story are a group of three individuals, including the Viscount de Corancez, who is orchestrating a secret marriage with the wealthy widow, Marquise Andryana Bonnacorsi, while a young man, Pierre Hautefeuille, is caught in a web of love and longing for another woman. The opening of "A Tragic Idyl" introduces readers to the chaotic and extravagant atmosphere of Monte Carlo's gaming houses, bustling with various characters from all walks of life, showcasing the contrasts of wealth and despair. The narrative cleverly weaves the plans for a clandestine marriage between Corancez and the Marquise amidst the bustling crowd, revealing the depth of their emotional stakes as well as Hautefeuille's hidden affection for the enchanting Baroness Ely de Carlsberg who remains oblivious to the turmoil her beauty inspires in him. As the story unfolds, the intricate dynamics and conflicts among these characters hint at the tragic idyls that will develop, juxtaposing their desires against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal ambitions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 66517 |
| Release Date | Oct 11, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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