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Chédieu de Robethon, Émile, 1814- |
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Chateaubriand, François-René, vicomte de, 1768-1848 |
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Custine, Delphine de Sabran, marquise de, 1770-1826 |
| Title |
Chateaubriand et Madame de Custine: Episodes et correspondance inédite
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Eric Vautier and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)
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| Summary |
"Chateaubriand et Madame de Custine: Episodes et correspondance inédite" by É. Chédieu de Robethon is a historical account published in the late 19th century. The work presents the previously unpublished letters exchanged between the renowned French writer François-Auguste de Chateaubriand and the Marquise de Custine, illuminating their intimate relationship over nearly twenty years. The book aims to clarify misunderstandings and misrepresentations about Chateaubriand’s character and his connection with Madame de Custine, offering readers insight into their personal lives and the broader historical context of their time. The opening of the publication introduces various aspects of Chateaubriand’s life, including his tumultuous marriage and his connections to prominent societal figures. It discusses the contrasting perceptions of him: one casting him as a cold and indifferent lover while the other portrays him as a passionate and sensitive individual. The text delves into Chateaubriand's early relationships, laying groundwork for the correspondence with Madame de Custine. Through the initial chapters, an exploration of his character is initiated, showcasing his literary accomplishments, his political inclinations, and the development of his sentiments toward Madame de Custine against the backdrop of their societal challenges and personal hardships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Chateaubriand, François-René, vicomte de, 1768-1848
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Custine, Delphine de Sabran, marquise de, 1770-1826
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Text |
| EBook-No. |
22384 |
| Release Date |
Aug 24, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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