| Author |
Gréville, Henry, 1842-1902 |
| Title |
La fille de Dosia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Rénald Lévesque
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| Summary |
"La fille de Dosia" by Henry Gréville is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story begins at a military camp near St. Petersburg, where young officers engage in witty banter and celebrations, painting a picture of camaraderie and youthful exuberance. It appears to revolve around the main character, Pierre Mourief, who shares tales about his cousin Dosia, humorously describing her quirky behavior and her chaotic family life. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to a lively atmosphere at the officers' mess during a festive dinner. The cheerful exchanges among the officers reveal their jovial spirits, with Pierre Mourief leading in teasing and story-telling. He recounts amusing anecdotes about his cousin, highlighting her peculiar upbringing and mischievous antics, such as her humorous interactions with family members and pets. This opening portion sets the tone for a lighthearted exploration of youthful relationships and social dynamics within the military backdrop, making it an engaging introduction to the book's themes of love and family. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23939 |
| Release Date |
Dec 20, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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