The Ink-Stain (Tache d'encre) — Volume 3 by René Bazin

"The Ink-Stain (Tache d'encre) — Volume 3" by René Bazin is a novel written during the late 19th century. It centers on the life and emotions of Fabien Mouillard, who grapples with his feelings for a young woman, Jeanne Charnot, amidst a backdrop of family tensions and societal expectations. The narrative explores themes of love, reconciliation, and the complexities of human relationships as Fabien seeks to mend his estranged relationship with his uncle while pursuing his affection for Jeanne. At the start of the novel, the protagonist, Fabien, reflects on his recent experiences and feelings as he returns to Paris after a trip to Milan, where he has been preoccupied with thoughts of Jeanne. Desiring to express his love for her, he contemplates following her to Florence but ultimately decides to heed the advice of his friend, Lampron, and return to focus on his life in Paris. Upon his return, Fabien is greeted by a mixture of memories and nostalgia; longing for his old life and relationships while facing a looming decision about proposing to Jeanne. The opening chapters set the tone for a story rich in introspection, emotional evolution, and the societal challenges of love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Bazin, René, 1853-1932
Title The Ink-Stain (Tache d'encre) — Volume 3
Credits This etext was produced by David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Paris (France) -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 3974
Release Date
Last Update Jan 9, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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