Atala by vicomte de François-René Chateaubriand

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Author Chateaubriand, François-René, vicomte de, 1768-1848
Illustrator Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Title Atala
Note Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Atala" by François-Auguste de Chateaubriand is a romantic novella written in the early 19th century. The narrative centers around Chactas, a half-civilized Native American, and Atala, the daughter of a powerful Indian chieftain, as they navigate love, duty, and the conflicts between their cultures amid the backdrop of the American wilderness. This tale invokes themes of nature, spirituality, and the stark contrasts between indigenous and colonial experiences. The opening of "Atala" introduces the rich landscapes of North America and the complex character of Chactas, who reflects on his life and the deep bonds he forms with Atala, amidst the trials and tribulations they face. The story begins with a prologue that sets the scene of the lush wilderness along the Mississippi River while hinting at the historical tensions between the French settlers and Native American tribes. As their relationship develops, we see Chactas grapple with his feelings for Atala, as she reveals the weight of her vows and the sacrifices they must confront. Their emotional connection is fraught with the inevitability of cultural conflict and personal tragedies, foreshadowing the dramatic challenges they will have to face as their love intertwines with their difficult destinies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Indians of North America -- Fiction
Subject French fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 44427
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 21, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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