The Bath Keepers; Or, Paris in Those Days, v.2: (Novels of Paul de Kock Volume VIII): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Bath Keepers; Or, Paris in Those Days, v.2: (Novels of Paul de Kock Volume VIII): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Bath Keepers; Or, Paris in Those Days, v.2: (Novels of Paul de Kock Volume VIII) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kock, Paul de (1793–1871).
Catalogue synopsis
Project Gutenberg supplies this automated synopsis of the opening text:
"The Bath Keepers; Or, Paris in Those Days, v.2" by Paul de Kock is a novel written in the early 19th century. This narrative explores the lives of ordinary Parisians, delving into their interactions, struggles, and the societal norms of the time. The plot centers around the characters of Ambroisine and Bathilde, focusing on themes of love, betrayal, and social ostracization as Bathilde seeks refuge and understanding after facing familial rejection due to her circumstances. The opening of the novel introduces a stormy night where Ambroisine anxiously awaits her father, Master Hugonnet, while grappling with the repercussions of her friend Bathilde's recent troubles. After a drunken encounter at home, Ambroisine opens the door to find Bathilde, who has been cast out by her parents for becoming pregnant and is in desperate need of shelter. The emotional tension increases as Bathilde reveals her plight, her love for Comte Léodgard, and the urgent need for acknowledgment from him. This sets the stage for the central conflicts that will unfold throughout the narrative, highlighting the impact of personal choices against the backdrop of societal expectations.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Bath Keepers; Or, Paris in Those Days, v.2: (Novels of Paul de Kock Volume VIII)
- Author credits: Kock, Paul de (1793–1871)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- French fiction -- Translations into English
Gutenberg collections
- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
Read this edition
View the complete Gutenberg catalogue record. Project Gutenberg identifies this edition as public domain in the United States; that designation does not establish its copyright status in every country.
Source notes
Catalogue metadata is public domain and is supplied through Gutendex, which imports Gutenberg's machine-readable catalogue. The automated synopsis is source-supplied, not an independently verified review. Author dates above describe the credited people; no ebook release date is presented as the book's original publication date.
Sources
More in Books & Authors
Keep reading
