Bruges-la-morte by Georges Rodenbach

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Author Rodenbach, Georges, 1855-1898
Title Bruges-la-morte
Note Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Bruges-la-morte" by Georges Rodenbach is a novel written in the late 19th century, specifically during the fin de siècle period. The book explores themes of love, loss, and the interplay between memory and place, with the city of Bruges itself serving as a character that influences the melancholy of the protagonist, Hugues Viane. The story follows Hugues, a widower, who grapples with his grief from losing his wife, reflecting on their life together amidst the haunting beauty of the city. At the start of the novel, Hugues lives in a large, quiet house in Bruges, where he has spent the last five years since his wife's death. He is portrayed as a solitary figure, haunted by memories and consumed with his sense of loss. As he prepares to go for his usual evening walk, he reminisces about his time with his wife and his desire to preserve their memories. During his walk, the gloomy atmosphere of the city mirrors his inner turmoil, highlighting the deep connection between his grief and Bruges. The narrative suggests that Hugues is both seeking solace in the city and trying to escape the weight of his sorrow, setting up a poignant exploration of love and mourning as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Widowers -- Fiction
Subject Bruges (Belgium) -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 14911
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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