A Tale of Brittany (Mon frère Yves): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
A Tale of Brittany (Mon frère Yves): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
A Tale of Brittany (Mon frère Yves) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Loti, Pierre (1850–1923). The listed translation credits are Baines, W. P. (William Peter) (1878–1933).
Catalogue synopsis
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"A Tale of Brittany (Mon frère Yves)" by Pierre Loti is a semi-autobiographical novel published in 1883. It chronicles the deep friendship between a French naval officer and Yves Kermadec, a hard-drinking Breton sailor, during the 1870s and 80s. Through vivid descriptions of seafaring life aboard ship and ashore, Loti explores their bond as they gamble, brawl, and roam the Breton countryside together. The novel captures the lore and spirit of Breton culture while testing the limits of loyalty and friendship.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Tale of Brittany (Mon frère Yves)
- Author credits: Loti, Pierre (1850–1923)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Baines, W. P. (William Peter) (1878–1933)
Catalogue subjects
- Brittany (France) -- Fiction
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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