The Chartreuse of Parma: Translated from the French of Stendhal (Henri Beyle): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Chartreuse of Parma: Translated from the French of Stendhal (Henri Beyle): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Chartreuse of Parma: Translated from the French of Stendhal (Henri Beyle) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Stendhal (1783–1842). The listed translation credits are Loyd, Mary, Lady (1853–1936).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Chartreuse of Parma" by Stendhal is a novel published in 1839. It follows the adventures of Fabrice del Dongo, a young Italian nobleman, from his birth in 1798 through the Napoleonic era and beyond. The story traces his quixotic journey to join Napoleon at Waterloo, his chaotic experience of battle, and his return to navigate the intrigues of Italian court life. Alongside him is his aunt Gina, whose passionate nature and complex relationship with Parma's Prime Minister shape Fabrice's fate in unexpected ways.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Chartreuse of Parma: Translated from the French of Stendhal (Henri Beyle)
- Author credits: Stendhal (1783–1842)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Loyd, Mary, Lady (1853–1936)
Catalogue subjects
- Italy -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Parma (Italy) -- Fiction
- Political fiction
- Young men -- Italy -- Parma -- Fiction
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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