Un Jeune Officier Pauvre by Pierre Loti
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"Un Jeune Officier Pauvre" by Pierre Loti is a semi-autobiographical novel composed of fragments from the author's journal, written in the early 20th century. The book captures the formative years of a young naval officer as he navigates the duality of maritime life and delicate youthfulness. The main character reflects Loti himself, encompassing both an adventurous spirit and a deep sensitivity influenced by his varied experiences across different cultures. The opening of
the work introduces the reader to the austere yet compelling environment of the naval academy, where boys aged seventeen to eighteen endure a rigorous routine that combines hard physical labor with studies in mathematics and astronomy. Loti's keen observations reveal the camaraderie and social dynamics among the young officers, alongside hints of personal longing as he becomes captivated by a beautiful girl who visits them. This blend of longing for connection, the harsh realities of military life, and the thrill of young adventures sets the stage for Loti's forthcoming explorations, both in distant lands and inner emotional landscapes, promising a captivating journey that balances the rigors of duty with the warmth of human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Loti, Pierre, 1850-1923 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Vedel, Emile, 1858-1937 |
| Editor | Viaud, Samuel |
| LoC No. | 23012328 |
| Title |
Un Jeune Officier Pauvre fragments de journal intime rassemblés par son fils, Samuel Viaud. |
| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Loti, Pierre, 1850-1923 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61747 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61747-3 |
| Release Date | Apr 3, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 541 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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