Sous d'humbles toits by Henri Bachelin
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"Sous d'humbles toits" by Henri Bachelin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book captures the life and reflections of its protagonist, who grapples with themes of familial duty, social class, and the nuances of human experience in a small town. It provides an intimate portrayal of the main character’s father, illustrating the quiet heroism found in everyday labor and moral resilience. At the start of the novel, the
narrator reflects on his relationship with his father, delving into the father's humble existence as a hardworking gardener and sacristan in a small town. The opening passages reveal a tapestry of emotions, as the narrator laments missed opportunities for deeper connection with his father, who embodied simplicity, dedication, and faith. The father, characterized as a silent strength in the face of societal expectations and personal suffering, serves as a central figure around whom the narrator’s memories and regrets revolve. As the story unfolds, themes of class disparity and the profound beauty of modest lives become apparent, setting a poignant tone for the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bachelin, Henri, 1879-1941 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20011435 |
| Title | Sous d'humbles toits |
| Original Publication | France :Éditions de l'effort libre, 1913. |
| Contents | A mon Père -- Ceux qui restent -- Chuchot -- Le père Lunettes -- Le Donjon -- La Cane -- Les Marius -- Le Tiercelet -- La Boîte de Dragées -- Poitreau -- Vincent -- Le Déserteur -- La Nuit de la Toussaint -- Deux Frères -- La Gardeuse de Chèvres -- Les Œufs de Pâques -- Ceux qui passent -- La Pièce fausse. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories, French |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71054 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-71054-9 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 319 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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