Jean-Christophe, Volume 4 by Romain Rolland
"Jean-Christophe, Volume 4" by Romain Rolland is a novel written in the early 20th century. This installment of the multi-volume work centers around the journey of the main character, Christophe, an artist grappling with his identity, successes, and the social issues surrounding him. Set against the backdrop of evolving societal norms and revolutions, the story delves into themes of art, personal struggle, and the intricate relationships between individuals and the broader community.
At the start of this volume, the narrative reveals Christophe in a state of introspective calm, reflecting on his artistic journey and the weight of his past accomplishments. He feels a disconnect between his once-passionate creative drive and the tranquility he now experiences, which leads him to question the meaning and purpose of his work. The storyline also introduces Olivier, a friend who, after a transformative experience with poverty and despair surrounding their neighbors, begins to engage more deeply with social issues, igniting conversations about responsibility and the power of art as a means of comfort and change. Their contrasting attitudes towards life and art create a dynamic exploration of personal and social evolution amidst the compelling backdrop of early 20th-century European society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Jean-Christophe, Volume 4 Le Buisson Ardent, La Nouvelle Journée |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean-Christophe |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Psychological fiction |
| Subject | Epic literature |
| Subject | Musicians -- Fiction |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62021 |
| Release Date | May 4, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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