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Quinton, Marie
Le Journal de la Belle Meunière
Le Général Boulanger et son amie; souvenirs vécus
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"Le Journal de la Belle Meunière" by Marie Quinton is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the personal memories of the author, particularly focusing on the life and relationships of General Boulanger, a prominent military figure in France, and his affair with a woman named Marguerite. The book provides a vivid glimpse into both the private lives of its central characters and the social atmosphere of the time. The opening of the novel introduces the narrator, referred to as "Belle Meunière," who recounts her observations of General Boulanger's arrival in Clermont amidst overwhelming public adoration. She describes her excitement to see the General and the fervor of the crowds. The narrative is infused with the narrator’s personal reflections and her burgeoning obsession with the General’s complex emotional state, particularly the juxtaposition of his public acclaim and private sorrow. As she navigates her emotions, it becomes clear that she has an intimate interest in his life, hinting at the deeper relationship that unfolds as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Boulanger, Georges-Ernest-Jean-Marie, 1837-1891
Bonnemain, Marguerite, vicomtesse, de, 1855-1891
France -- Politics and government -- 1870-1940
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FR Biographie, Mémoires, Journal intime, Correspondance
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Category: French Literature
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