Monsieur Maurice by Amelia B. Edwards
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About this eBook
| Author | Edwards, Amelia B., 1831-1892 |
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| Title | Monsieur Maurice |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Monsieur Maurice" by Amelia B. Edwards is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story takes place in the early 19th century, during a time of political intrigue and personal struggles in post-Napoleonic Europe. The narrative is introduced through the eyes of a young girl named Gretchen, who reflects on her childhood experiences and her relationship with a mysterious French prisoner, Monsieur Maurice, who resides at the Château of Brühl where her father serves as a governor. At the start of the novel, we learn about Gretchen’s life as she moves from the strict upbringing with her aunt in Nuremberg to a more liberated existence with her father at the Château. The tone shifts with the arrival of Monsieur Maurice, a state prisoner on parole, whose presence captivates young Gretchen. As she grows closer to him, she learns about his gentleness and the layers of his backstory intertwined with political sentiments and personal loss. This opening introduces not just the foundation of their friendship but hints at the larger themes of captivity, freedom, and the complexities of loyalty against a backdrop of changing political landscapes. The chapters also establish the underlying tension of his imprisonment, setting the stage for the narrative to unfold amidst the challenges of authority and personal bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8383 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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