| Author |
Mirabeau, Honoré-Gabriel de Riqueti, comte de, 1749-1791 |
| Title |
Der gelüftete Vorhang oder Lauras Erziehung
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer
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| Summary |
"Der gelüftete Vorhang oder Lauras Erziehung" by Mirabeau is a controversial erotic novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on Laura, a young girl whose upbringing is steeped in a complex and taboo relationship with her father, who also functions as her primary educator. The narrative explores themes of sexuality, power dynamics, and the nature of desire through Laura's formative experiences. The opening of this work introduces the reader to Laura at the age of ten, shortly after the death of her mother. She describes her close relationship with her father, who begins to educate her in an unconventional manner that incorporates intimate affection. As Laura matures, the dynamics between her, her father, and their new governess, Lucette, evolve, ultimately leading Laura into an exploration of her own sexual awakening. The initial chapters set a provocative tone, showcasing Laura’s awakening curiosity and the complex interactions that foreshadow the intense and often troubling relationships that develop throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Erotic literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
42406 |
| Release Date |
Mar 24, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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