Les Confidences d'une Biche, 1859-1871 by Abel Hermant
"Les Confidences d'une Biche" by Abel Hermant is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of Parisian society and revolves around the intriguing character of Lady Ventnor, formerly known as "la Solférino," who navigates her life amidst complex relationships and the nuances of high society. With an emphasis on the exploration of past experiences and social dynamics, the book promises insight into the lives
of its characters as they confront both personal and societal challenges. The opening of the novel introduces us to a world of social intrigue through the lens of the narrator's observations about Lady Ventnor and her acquaintances. We learn about the tumultuous history of the vicomte de Courpière and his estranged wife, who has embarked on a new romance, setting a tone of social upheaval. The narrative unfolds around the events leading to a visit to Lady Ventnor's salon, where she engages in witty conversation with high-profile guests. The opening establishes a vivid atmosphere filled with details about characters and settings, while Lady Ventnor’s own past raises questions about her choices and identity. As the characters interact, hints of past relationships and societal expectations emerge, creating anticipation for deeper revelations as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hermant, Abel, 1862-1950 |
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| Title | Les Confidences d'une Biche, 1859-1871 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 65187 |
| Release Date | Apr 29, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 91 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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