L'Écuyère by Paul Bourget
"L'Écuyère" by Paul Bourget is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Hilda Campbell, a young and skilled horsewoman, who works in her father's horse-dealing business in Paris. The narrative centers on her life intertwined with horses, her daily routines, and the complexities of her emerging romantic feelings, set against a backdrop of social dynamics and adventure. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a
charming slice of Paris life through Hilda's interactions with the horses and those around her, particularly focusing on her relationship with her father, Robert Campbell, a seasoned horse dealer. The opening scenes highlight her expertise as she works with the horses, revealing her passion and the unique world she inhabits. A dramatic twist occurs when Hilda is accosted by a bandit while riding in the Bois de Boulogne, but she displays remarkable courage during the encounter. Just as the situation becomes dire, she is unexpectedly saved by a young man named Jules de Maligny, who begins to take an interest in her. This encounter sets the stage for potential romantic developments and a deeper exploration of their characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935 |
|---|---|
| Title | L'Écuyère |
| Credits | Produced by Anne Dreze and Marc D'Hooghe |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38712 |
| Release Date | Jan 30, 2012 |
| Last Update | Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 363 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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