The Gold Sickle; Or, Hena, The Virgin of The Isle of Sen. A Tale of Druid Gaul

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Author Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857
Translator De Leon, Daniel, 1852-1914
Title The Gold Sickle; Or, Hena, The Virgin of The Isle of Sen. A Tale of Druid Gaul
Note Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Gold Sickle; Or, Hena, The Virgin of The Isle of Sen. A Tale of Druid Gaul" by Eugene Sue is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. This narrative unfolds in ancient Gaul and delves into the lives of its Celtic inhabitants, particularly focusing on the character Joel, a tribal chief, and his daughter Hena. The story intertwines themes of class struggle, cultural conflict, and the clash between the Gallic tribes and Romans, setting the stage for broader social and historical commentary. At the start of the tale, we learn about Joel, who is introduced as brenn of the tribe of Karnak, a devoted father anticipating the return of his daughter Hena. The narrative highlights Joel's hospitality as he encounters a mysterious stranger, whose arrival marks an intriguing twist. The interaction between Joel and the stranger unveils the socio-political tensions of the era, including the imminent threat posed by Roman expansionism. As the story progresses, it builds on communal values, familial loyalty, and foreboding omens hinting at conflict, making the opening chapters a compelling introduction to a narrative rich with folklore and the impending drama of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Druids and druidism -- Fiction
Subject Gaul -- History -- To 58 B.C. -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 31752
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 24, 2010
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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