Oeuvres complètes, tome 4 by Laurence Sterne
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"Oeuvres complètes, tome 4" by Laurence Sterne is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. This volume contains the fourth part of "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy," which captures the whimsical and philosophical musings of the titular character. The narrative takes readers on a journey filled with humorous reflections on life, death, and the peculiarities of human nature, illustrating Sterne's unique approach to storytelling. The opening of the
book introduces an engaging scene where Tristram Shandy, traveling by post, encounters a destitute old man and his dog. As Shandy reflects on generosity and the trials of travel, he inadvertently observes the stark contrasts between wealth and poverty. The narrative highlights Shandy's internal conflicts over societal indifference and his attempts to grapple with his emotions, setting the tone for a deeper exploration of human sentiments and relationships throughout the stories that follow. This early segment lays a foundation for the humor and philosophical insights that characterize Sterne's work, making it a compelling read for those interested in classic literature that intertwines wit with profound commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sterne, Laurence, 1713-1768 |
|---|---|
| Title | Oeuvres complètes, tome 4 |
| Credits |
Produced by Clarity and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 18th century -- Translations into French |
| Subject | Sterne, Laurence, 1713-1768 -- Correspondence -- Translations into French |
| Subject | Sermons, English -- 18th century -- Translations into French |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61905 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61905-7 |
| Release Date | Apr 23, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 414 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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