Valvèdre by George Sand
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"Valvèdre" by George Sand is a novel written during the mid-19th century, reflecting themes of love, nature, and the human condition. The story revolves around a young man, Francis Valigny, who embarks on a journey that intertwines his life with the enigmatic figure of Madame de Valvèdre, set against the backdrop of Switzerland's stunning landscapes and the scientific explorations of her husband. The opening of "Valvèdre" introduces us to Francis Valigny, who,
at 23, is navigating the complexities of life and love while taking a journey to broaden his horizons. Leaving behind the confines of his upbringing, he seeks to reconnect with a childhood friend, Henri Obernay. Upon arriving in Geneva, he finds himself immersed in conversations about science, ambition, and the nature of happiness with Henri. The narrative hints at a romantic tension as Francis encounters Madame de Valvèdre, a woman whose beauty and mysteriousness captivate him, creating ripples of emotional turmoil that suggest impending relational complexities amidst the tranquil beauty of the Swiss Alps. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
|---|---|
| Title | Valvèdre |
| Credits | Produced by Carlo Traverso, Chantal Bréville and Distributed Proofreaders Europe. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliotheque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly 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. | 13263 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-13263-1 |
| Release Date | Aug 23, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 301 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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