Gerfaut — Volume 2 by Charles de Bernard
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"Gerfaut — Volume 2" by Charles de Bernard is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century that explores themes of love, artistic ambition, and social rivalry. The story revolves around the protagonist, Vicomte de Gerfaut, who is depicted as a talented and persevering writer navigating the treacherous waters of literary success in Paris. His life becomes intertwined with that of Clemence, the Baroness de Bergenheim, and he grapples not only with
his passionate feelings for her but also with the complexities of societal norms and expectations. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Gerfaut during a jovial dinner with his friend Marillac, where he prepares to recount a significant personal story marked by heartache and ambition. The narrative reveals Gerfaut's past struggles in the theatrical world and instances where he faced emotional turmoil, particularly relating to his relationships and artistic endeavors. As he reminisces about a fateful trip to Switzerland, which ultimately leads him to encounter Clemence, the impact of their serendipitous meeting becomes apparent. The initial connection between the two characters is charged with tension and foreshadows the challenges that Gerfaut will face in his pursuit of love and happiness, setting a dynamic tone for the unfolding tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bernard, Charles de, 1804-1850 |
|---|---|
| Title | Gerfaut — Volume 2 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3982 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03982-4 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 305 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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