Histoire d'un casse-noisette by Alexandre Dumas
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| Author | Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 |
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| Title | Histoire d'un casse-noisette |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents |
Histoire d'un casse-noisette L'egoiste Nicolas le philosophe. |
| Credits | Produced by Carlo Traverso, Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Histoire d'un casse-noisette" by Alexandre Dumas is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around siblings Marie and Fritz Silberhaus, who experience the magic of Christmas Eve in Nuremberg, where they encounter the enchanting world of toys, particularly the titular nutcracker. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to the setting of a lively celebration where Marie and Fritz eagerly await their Christmas gifts. Amidst the bustling atmosphere of the soirée, the children speculate about the surprises brought by their beloved godfather, Drosselmayer. When the moment arrives, they are delighted by a beautifully decorated Christmas tree and an array of toys. The narrative delves into the children's excitement and anticipation, showcasing their distinct personalities—Fritz is boisterous and adventurous while Marie exhibits a more gentle and nurturing disposition. The fascination with the nutcracker, who comes to life amidst a backdrop of wonder and turmoil, sets the stage for a fantastical adventure that unfolds as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Children's stories, French |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5104 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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