| Author |
Lecomte du Noüy, Hermine Oudinot, 1854-1915 |
| Title |
Maudit soit l'Amour!
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Maudit soit l'Amour!" by Hermine Oudinot Lecomte du Noüy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to Magdeleine de Presles, a complex and elegant woman grappling with the disillusionment of marriage to a successful composer, Leprince-Mirbel, who has strayed into infidelity. As she navigates her relationships with a circle of intellectual friends, Magda reflects on love, trust, and the nature of her emotional bonds, captivating readers with her poignant musings and the delicate dance of her friendships. The opening of the novel unfolds with Magda inviting several friends for a gathering, revealing her social life and the dynamics within her circle. By depicting her correspondence with friends and offering rich descriptions of her character, the narrative illustrates her beauty, intellect, and the inner turmoil stemming from her husband's betrayal. Throughout this initial portion, the author captures not only Magda's interactions but also her philosophical contemplations about love and companionship, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of her struggles and desires in a world shaped by societal expectations and personal heartache. (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
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34564 |
| Release Date |
Dec 4, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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