| Author |
Gilbert de Voisins, Auguste, 1877-1939 |
| Title |
Les miens
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| Original Publication |
France: Bernard Grasset, 1926.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)
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| Summary |
"Les Miens" by Auguste Gilbert de Voisins is a narrative work written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the main character, Ottavio, who reflects on his childhood experiences, particularly focusing on the significant individuals and landscapes that shaped his life. It aims to evoke nostalgia and explore the themes of memory and affection intertwined with his familial and social ties. The opening of "Les Miens" introduces Ottavio as he lounges under a large plane tree, lost in thought and reminiscence about his childhood and his interactions with a close friend named Bianca. The idyllic setting paints a vivid picture of carefree days spent in play, revealing a deep bond between the characters despite their tumultuous moments and disagreements. As Ottavio recalls his adventures with Bianca, from their imaginative games to the interactions with grown-up visitors, the scene captures the innocence of childhood and the complexities of friendships. Through Ottavio's eyes, readers are invited to experience the beauty of memories that hold a lasting influence. (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 literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69936 |
| Release Date |
Feb 2, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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