The War of Women, Volume 1 by Alexandre Dumas
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| Author | Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 |
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| Title | The War of Women, Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The War of Women, Volume 1" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the tumult of the War of the Fronde, it chronicles the complex political intrigues and romantic entanglements of notable figures, including the duke and his mistress, amidst the backdrop of civil war in France. The narrative weaves together themes of loyalty, betrayal, and power struggles while introducing a cast of vivid characters that highlight the intricacies of human relationships. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the setting and context of 1650, focusing on the escalating tensions in the village of Matifou and the surrounding areas affected by conflict and intrigue. The opening features several characters, notably the confident but cunning Cauvignac, who maneuvers through the perils of war, and Canolles, who is caught up in a web involving the alluring Nanon de Lartigues. Their interactions foreshadow deeper connections and conflicts while establishing a sense of imminent danger as conflicting factions maneuver for control. The atmosphere is charged with suspense, drawing the reader into a world where personal stakes are intertwined with national turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fronde -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53124 |
| Release Date | Sep 22, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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