La Vedette by Yvette Guilbert

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Author Guilbert, Yvette, 1865-1944
Title La Vedette
Credits Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
Summary "La Vedette" by Yvette Guilbert is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the vibrant yet challenging world of Parisian music hall performers, exploring the lives of aspiring artists as they navigate their dreams of fame and struggling for recognition. The opening of "La Vedette" introduces us to a lively scene in a basement concert hall, where performers, including the main character Mademoiselle Edmée, take the stage amid a raucous audience. As Edmée sings, the atmosphere is filled with the contrasting sounds of applause and boisterous patrons, reflecting the chaotic charm of small venues where talent and ambition coexist with interruptions and distractions. Fernand, a young tailor with a hidden singing talent, emerges as a prominent figure, capturing the interest and encouragement of established artists like Lourbillon and Blanche Mésange. He is drawn into their world, setting the stage for a narrative that will delve into themes of aspiration, camaraderie, and the harsh realities of artistic life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- 20th century
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