Jacquine Vanesse by Victor Cherbuliez
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| Author | Cherbuliez, Victor, 1829-1899 |
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| Title | Jacquine Vanesse |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Jacquine Vanesse" by Victor Cherbuliez is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story intricately weaves the lives of several characters, focusing on Charlotte Sauvigny and her interaction with the enigmatic Dr. Oserel, along with the influence of the renowned musician Valery Saintis. Central themes include charity, personal ambition, and the complexities of human relationships, all set against a backdrop of rural life. The opening of "Jacquine Vanesse" introduces us to Charlotte Sauvigny, a wealthy widow devoted to charity, who runs a model nursing home for the elderly. The narrative establishes her character as both generous and self-effacing, revealing her internal struggles as she wrestles with her responsibilities and the expectations of those around her. The arrival of Dr. Oserel, a talented yet possessive surgeon, complicates her life as he becomes both an ally and an oppressive figure in her existence. Meanwhile, Valery Saintis, a rising musical talent, observes and is drawn to Charlotte, hinting at a romantic entanglement that intertwines the fates of these characters. This beginning sets the stage for a poignant exploration of desire, ambition, and the clashing of personal desires against societal roles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29857 |
| Release Date | Aug 30, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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