Isien perintö by Henry Bordeaux

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Author Bordeaux, Henry, 1870-1963
Translator Voionmaa, Eino, 1872-1928
Uniform Title Les Roquevillard. Finnish
Title Isien perintö
Original Publication Finland: WSOY, 1922.
Note Reading ease score: 43.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Isien perintö" by Henry Bordeaux is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative seems to delve into familial legacies and the complexities of personal relationships, primarily revolving around the Roquevillard family, particularly focusing on François Roquevillard, his wife, and their children, Maurice and Marguerite. The story portrays themes of duty, love, and the weight of heritage within the framework of societal expectations. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the setting of a vineyard during the grape harvest, highlighting the picturesque yet labor-intensive life of the characters involved in the grape-picking process. François Roquevillard is depicted as a kind yet authoritative figure overseeing the harvest while maintaining relationships with his workers. As the narrative progresses, underlying tensions and familial dynamics begin to unfold, particularly concerning Maurice's romantic entanglements and the impending decisions related to Marguerite's marriage. The opening captures a blend of serene agricultural life and the intricate personal struggles that hint at the broader conflicts and narrative developments that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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EBook-No. 71136
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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