Le Médecin des Dames de Néans by René Boylesve
"Le Médecin des Dames de Néans" by René Boylesve is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores the lives of the inhabitants of a small town, focusing particularly on the condition of the women there, under the attentive eye of a physician who aims to awaken their dormant spirits. The narrative introduces various characters who create a snapshot of societal norms, expectations, and the differing roles of men and
women within the community. The opening of the novel presents a scene in which the abbé and his student, Septime, make a visit to Madame Durosay, a woman whom the town is concerned about due to her declining health. The town's notable physician, known as the "grand médecin," is portrayed as a figure of authority whose opinions greatly influence the locals. As they discuss the situation, it becomes evident that the women of Néans are suffering from a peculiar condition that results in their lethargy and lack of vitality. This establishes a thematic concern of the novel regarding women's lives in a monotonous society and foreshadows the potential conflicts and dynamics that will unfold as the protagonist aims to revive Madame Durosay, indicating both personal and collective journeys toward reawakening. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Boylesve, René, 1867-1926 |
|---|---|
| Title | Le Médecin des Dames de Néans |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_M%C3%A9decin_des_dames_de_N%C3%A9ans |
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| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28124 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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