La vie et la mort de M. de Tournèves by Charles Derennes

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Author Derennes, Charles, 1882-1930
Title La vie et la mort de M. de Tournèves
Alternate Title La vie & la mort de M. de Tournèves
Original Publication Paris: Bernard Grasset, 1907.
Credits Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque municipale de Lyon (SJ B 753/123))
Summary "La vie et la mort de M. de Tournèves" by Charles Derennes is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of exile, decadence, and the contrasts between different cultures as it follows the life of a French nobleman who returns to France after a long stay in the Caribbean. The novel delves into societal changes and personal transformations, reflecting on the nature of happiness and fulfillment. The story revolves around Monsieur le vicomte de Tournèves, who flees to the Caribbean after facing personal and financial ruin in France. There, he develops a prosperous life as a rum producer, surrounding himself with an exotic lifestyle that includes enjoying the company of slaves and indulging in hedonistic pleasures. Upon returning to France years later, Tournèves finds himself navigating a radically changed society and seeking to reconnect with his roots. As he settles back into life in France, he encounters both nostalgic memories and modern realities, including his relationship with his son and daughter-in-law, which complicates his past experiences. The novel culminates in Tournèves's tragic realization of the elusiveness of happiness and the crushing weight of unmet desires, leading to his eventual demise. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Short stories
Subject French fiction -- 20th century
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EBook-No. 74434
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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