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| Author | Bussy, Roger de Rabutin, comte de, 1618-1693 |
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| Annotator | Boiteau d'Ambly, Paul, 1830-1886 |
| Contributor | Livet, Charles-Louis, 1828-1897 |
| Title | Histoire amoureuse des Gaules; suivie des Romans historico-satiriques du XVIIe siècle, Tome I |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | “Histoire amoureuse des Gaules” by Bussy Rabutin is a historical satirical narrative likely written in the mid-17th century. The text reflects the intrigues and amorous adventures of courtiers in the time of Louis XIV, presenting a vivid portrayal of the relationships and societal norms of the period. The main character, Bussy Rabutin himself, documents his experiences and those of others, providing insight into the complexities of love and desire within the constraints of aristocratic life. At the start of “Histoire amoureuse des Gaules,” the author presents a detailed preface, examining his motivations for writing this work, which was originally intended to amuse a mistress. The narrative unfolds with the description of prominent female figures like Madame d'Olonne, whose beauty and character draw the attention of various suitors, including Beuvron and the Duke of Candale. This opening portion establishes a rich tapestry of romantic entanglements, shifting alliances, and the underlying tensions of jealousy and desire that will define the relationships as they develop, setting the stage for a satirical exploration of love and its discontents in the courtly milieu. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | France -- Court and courtiers |
| Subject | Erotic literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29049 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 139 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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