Les misères de Londres, 3. La cage aux oiseaux by Ponson du Terrail

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Author Ponson du Terrail, 1829-1871
Title Les misères de Londres, 3. La cage aux oiseaux
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Summary "Les misères de Londres, 3. La cage aux oiseaux" by Ponson du Terrail is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the lives of various characters in London, focusing on the plight of the Irish immigrant woman, her son Ralph, and the enigmatic figure known as the "gray man," who appears to have a significant, mysterious role in their destinies. Themes of survival, identity, and societal challenges are likely to resonate throughout the story. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to an Irish woman and her son Ralph, who share a conversation with the gray man in a bell tower. The scene quickly transports them into a cab headed for Hampstead, with Ralph feeling a sense of trust in the gray man, who had previously saved him. As they make their way through London, a comical exchange takes place between the gray man and Shoking, a character who appears confused about their destination and circumstances. The gray man reveals to Shoking that he has a country house, which surprises Shoking given his financial struggles. The opening sets the stage for a mix of comedic and dramatic elements as it navigates through the dynamics of these characters and hints at deeper secrets yet to be uncovered. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 16818
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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