A Parisian Sultana, Vol. 1 (of 3) by Adolphe Belot
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"A Parisian Sultana, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Adolphe Belot is a novel written in the late 19th century." This work introduces readers to Madame Laura de Guéran, a young widow of grace and intellect, who is drawn into the worlds of exploration and adventure that her late husband once inhabited. The novel explores themes of love, adventure, and the complexities of societal expectations, as Laura assembles a group of gentlemen to
accompany her on a perilous journey across Africa. "The opening of the novel sets the stage in Madame de Guéran's elegantly-appointed Parisian apartment, filled with books on geography and exploration, revealing her deep intellectual interests." Upon receiving a copy of the "Times", she immerses herself in accounts of the great explorer Livingstone's exploits, sparking her desire for adventure. Laura's charm and conviction soon lead her to gather three gentlemen—MM. de Morin, Périères, and Desrioux—whom she intends to accompany her on a journey into the uncharted territories of Africa. As she reveals her plan to travel into the heart of the continent, the men react with a mix of surprise and admiration, setting the stage for a thrilling expedition filled with personal stakes and ethical dilemmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Belot, Adolphe, 1829-1890 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Dunstan, H. Mainwaring |
| Title | A Parisian Sultana, Vol. 1 (of 3) |
| Credits | Produced by Douglas Ethington |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58677 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-58677-9 |
| Release Date | Jan 12, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 298 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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