A Love Crime by Paul Bourget

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Author Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935
Uniform Title Un crime d'amour. English
Title A Love Crime
Note Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Dagny and Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
Summary "A Love Crime" by Paul Bourget is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of love, fidelity, and betrayal through the lives of Helen Chazel and her husband Alfred, as well as her lover, Armand de Querne. It delves into the complexities of their relationships and the emotional turmoil they each face, particularly regarding Helen's inner conflict as she navigates her desires and obligations. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of a cozy drawing-room in a Parisian home and the dynamics of Helen's marriage to Alfred. We see Alfred's reluctance to attend social events and Helen's struggle with her neuralgia while attempting to fulfill her marital duties. The scene shifts as Armand arrives, revealing a flirtatious and passionate connection between him and Helen. She acknowledges her love for him but is torn by her responsibilities as a wife and mother. This tension sets the stage for the impending decisions that will profoundly impact their lives, hinting at the "love crime" that will unfold as Helen wrestles with her emotions and loyalty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Adultery -- Fiction
Subject French fiction -- 19th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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