La Belle-Nivernaise: Histoire d'un vieux bateau et de son équipage by Daudet

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Author Daudet, Alphonse, 1840-1897
Title La Belle-Nivernaise: Histoire d'un vieux bateau et de son équipage
Note Aussi contient Légendes et récits:
Jarjaille chez le bon Dieu; La figue et le paresseux; Premier habit; Les trois messes basses; Le nouveau maitre
Contents La Belle-Nivernaise -- Jarjaille chez le bon Dieu -- La figue et le paresseux -- Premier habit -- Les trois messes basses -- Le nouveau maitre.
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Summary "La Belle-Nivernaise: Histoire d'un vieux bateau et de son équipage" by Alphonse Daudet is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the life of François Louveau, a humble mariner, his family, and their old boat, the Belle-Nivernaise, as they navigate the challenges of life along the Seine. Central to the narrative is the theme of familial bonds, as Louveau unexpectedly takes in an abandoned child named Victor, entwining his fate with that of his own family. The opening of the book sets a vivid scene in a grimy street in the Temple district, where Louveau is seen celebrating a successful business deal at a local wine merchant. As he makes his way home, he stumbles upon a neglected child, Totor, abandoned by his irresponsible parents. Driven by compassion and the warmth of the wine, Louveau takes the child under his wing. The initial interactions reveal the dynamics within Louveau's family, especially his interactions with his headstrong wife, as they both grapple with the decision to keep Victor. The atmosphere is rife with the tensions of poverty and parental responsibility, laying the groundwork for the unfolding story of growth, challenges, and the blending of families against the backdrop of the Belle-Nivernaise. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 11650
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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