Robert Helmont: Diary of a Recluse, 1870-1871: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Robert Helmont: Diary of a Recluse, 1870-1871: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Robert Helmont: Diary of a Recluse, 1870-1871 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Daudet, Alphonse (1840–1897). The listed translation credits are Ensor, Laura (1840–1920).
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"Robert Helmont: Diary of a Recluse, 1870-1871" by Alphonse Daudet is a semi-autobiographical novel set in the late 19th century. The narrative follows Robert Helmont, a man confined to his hermitage due to a broken leg while war rages nearby, reflecting on his isolation and the broader implications of the conflict. The text explores themes of solitude, the impact of war, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The opening of the novel introduces us to Robert Helmont as he becomes immobilized after a leg injury coinciding with the declaration of war in France. As he recuperates, he describes the tension and fear surrounding him, illustrated by the deserted village he lives in and the ominous presence of approaching enemies. The young protagonist feels a deep longing for action while grappling with the realities of his condition. Through his observations of nature and the experiences of those around him, readers are immediately drawn into his world, filled with melancholy yet hopeful reflections on life amidst turmoil.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Robert Helmont: Diary of a Recluse, 1870-1871
- Author credits: Daudet, Alphonse (1840–1897)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Ensor, Laura (1840–1920)
Catalogue subjects
- Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Biographies
- Category: French Literature
- Category: History - European
- Category: History - Modern (1750+)
- Category: Novels
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