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2005-01-27
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Malot, Hector
1830
1907
Malot, Hector-Henri
Une femme d'argent
Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Une_femme_d%27argent
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"Une femme d'argent" by Hector Malot is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the contrasting lives of two generations of the Charlemont family, focusing on Hyacinthe Charlemont, who rose to prominence in the banking world through hard work and dedication, and his son, Amédée Charlemont, who embodies a more carefree and hedonistic lifestyle. Central to the narrative are characters that explore themes of ambition, social standing, and the impact of wealth on personal relationships. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Hyacinthe Charlemont, a successful banker whose legacy is threatened by the lack of ambition and responsibility in his son, Amédée. As Amédée inherits the family business, his frivolous pursuits lead to a decline in the bank’s fortunes. In contrast, an employee named Jacques Fourcy rises to prominence through diligence and ambition, becoming a key figure in managing the bank amidst this decline. The dynamics between these characters set the stage for a broader commentary on societal expectations, the differences in values across generations, and the lives of those striving for success in a changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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French fiction -- 19th century
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Category: Novels
Category: French Literature
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