Madeleine by Paul de Kock
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"Madeleine" by Paul de Kock is a novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative unfolds around the lively social scene of Paris, particularly set against a backdrop of festive events like the fête at Saint-Cloud. The story introduces two main characters, Victor and Dufour, who are set to explore the amusement and chaos of the crowd while navigating their own interactions and romantic pursuits against the lively backdrop of Parisian
society. The opening of the book begins with Victor and Dufour arriving at the fête de Saint-Cloud, where the atmosphere is bustling with both excitement and chaos. As they move through the crowds, they engage in lively banter and discuss the conditions needed for enjoying such a public spectacle, revealing their views on love, attraction, and societal norms. Their lighthearted conversation reflects the playful nature of their characters, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of romance and social interactions throughout the narrative. The backdrop of the fête provides an intriguing glimpse into the dynamics of life in Paris during this time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kock, Paul de, 1793-1871 |
|---|---|
| Title | Madeleine |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at DP Europe (dp.rastko.net) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32113 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-32113-4 |
| Release Date | Apr 24, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 372 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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