Te Lande by Cyriel Buysse
"Te Lande" by Cyriel Buysse is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a rural Belgium and follows the troubled life of Cloet, a man recently released from prison, as he grapples with his violent past and tumultuous relationship with his family, particularly his pregnant wife. The narrative explores themes of conflict, retribution, and the emotional devastation of domestic life. The opening of the novel introduces
Cloet as he exits the prison and returns to his bleak existence, plagued by thoughts of abandonment and betrayal, especially regarding his wife who has not visited him during his months of incarceration. As he navigates through the village, he struggles with feelings of isolation and hints of potential violence. Upon arriving home, he confronts his wife in a moment of rage, leading to a brutal physical altercation. This sets the stage for a harrowing exploration of his character, revealing the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of unchecked rage. The opening emphasizes Buysse's focus on the stark realities of rural life and the intense emotional burdens carried by its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Buysse, Cyriel, 1859-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | Te Lande |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | DE BIEZENSTEKKER -- VAN ALLEIJNES' ZIEL -- BLANCHE -- DE WRAAK VAN PERMENTIER -- DE VERLOSSING. |
| Credits | Produced by Johan Boelaert |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48496 |
| Release Date | Mar 16, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 2, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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