The Immortal; Or, One of the "Forty.": (L'immortel) - 1877: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Immortal; Or, One of the "Forty.": (L'immortel) - 1877: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Immortal; Or, One of the "Forty.": (L'immortel) - 1877 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Daudet, Alphonse (1840–1897). The listed translation credits are Verrall, A. W. (Arthur Woollgar) (1851–1912); Verrall, Margaret de Gaudrion Merrifield (?–1916).
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"The Immortal; Or, One of the 'Forty.'" by Alphonse Daudet is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Léonard Astier-Réhu, a historian and member of the Académie Française, as he navigates the complexities of his family life, his literary ambitions, and societal expectations in Paris. This exploration offers insights into themes of ambition, familial obligations, and the contrasts between personal desires and public perception. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the life of Léonard Astier-Réhu, who has resigned from his esteemed position as the Keeper of the Archives due to political pressures. The opening chapters depict the struggles of his family, particularly his son Paul, who is an ambitious architect facing financial difficulties amid their hollow domestic life. The dynamics between Léonard and his wife, Madame Astier, showcase a strained relationship marked by unfulfilled expectations and mutual sacrifices for their son. The narrative illustrates the themes of ambition and societal pressures, setting the stage for the unfolding drama in the lives of the Astier family and their connections to the elite circles of Parisian society.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Immortal; Or, One of the "Forty.": (L'immortel) - 1877
- Author credits: Daudet, Alphonse (1840–1897)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Verrall, A. W. (Arthur Woollgar) (1851–1912); Verrall, Margaret de Gaudrion Merrifield (?–1916)
Catalogue subjects
- Intellectuals -- France -- Fiction
- Paris (France) -- Fiction
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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