La vivante paix by Paule Régnier
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"La vivante paix" by Paule Régnier is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character Laurence Dacellier, a young woman navigating the complexities of familial relationships and societal expectations, particularly in the context of an impending marriage within her family that she dreads. Themes of rebellion against authority, the search for identity, and the contrast between inner emotion and external obligation emerge as central to the
narrative. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Laurence and her interactions within her household, particularly with her father, Colonel Dacellier, and their cousin, Ursule. The opening emphasizes Laurence’s rebellion against her father's authoritarian nature, showcasing her reluctance to conform to societal norms, particularly concerning her brother's upcoming wedding. The scene transitions from her solitary musings after a forest walk to a tense family dinner, revealing her strained relationship with her father, who embodies stern control. The dynamic among these characters establishes an emotionally charged environment, setting the stage for Laurence's internal struggles and her longing for connection and freedom from familial constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Régnier, Paule, 1888-1950 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 24022581 |
| Title | La vivante paix |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66674 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 257 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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