Le Rhin, Tome I by Victor Hugo
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| Author | Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885 |
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| Title | Le Rhin, Tome I |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Rhin |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Le Rhin, Tome I" by Victor Hugo is a collection of travel letters written in the mid-19th century. The narrative details the author's journey along the Rhine River, exploring its landscapes, history, and the cultural dynamics between France and Germany. Through the eyes of the thoughtful traveler, Victor Hugo reflects on broader themes of civilization, politics, and personal observations that shape his understanding of the world. The opening of the work introduces the author as a wanderer seeking a connection with nature beyond the confines of Paris. He recounts his arrival at the Rhine, which captivates him and compels him to analyze the river's significance to European history and identity. As he travels, Hugo expresses a desire to merge observation and contemplation, revealing an intrinsic connection between the past, present, and future while pondering the relationship between France and Germany. His reflections will later inform his more structured thoughts on the political implications of the Rhine, serving as a backdrop for his broader philosophical inquiries. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| LoC Class | DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany |
| Subject | France -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Rhine River Valley -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885 -- Travel -- Rhine River Valley |
| Subject | Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885 -- Travel -- France |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41986 |
| Release Date | Feb 3, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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