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Title: The Red Lily — Volume 02
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Red_Lily_(novel)
Note: Translation of Le lys rouge.
Credits: This etext was produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Red Lily — Volume 02" by Anatole France is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative follows a group of intellectuals and artists in Florence, focusing on the central character, Therese Martin, as she navigates her emotions and relationships amidst discussions of art, love, and existential musings. Through an intricate exploration of the characters' lives, the story delves into themes of desire, fidelity, and the nature of happiness. At the start of this volume, we witness the characters gathering in a drawing-room, engaging in artistic activities and lively conversations about art and life. Miss Bell sketches while Prince Albertinelli plays the piano, and discussions arise around the nature of suffering, joy, and the artists of the past. Therese reflects on her recent experiences and her complicated feelings for Dechartre, who enters late and captivates her attention. The opening portrays a delicate balance of artistic inspiration and emotional tension, setting the stage for Therese's evolving relationships, particularly with Dechartre, as she grapples with her past and her present attachments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: France, Anatole, 1844-1924
EBook No.: 3920
Published: Apr 1, 2003
Downloads: 114
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- Fiction
Subject: France -- Fiction
Subject: Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject: French fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Red Lily — Volume 02
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Red_Lily_(novel)
Note: Translation of Le lys rouge.
Credits: This etext was produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Red Lily — Volume 02" by Anatole France is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative follows a group of intellectuals and artists in Florence, focusing on the central character, Therese Martin, as she navigates her emotions and relationships amidst discussions of art, love, and existential musings. Through an intricate exploration of the characters' lives, the story delves into themes of desire, fidelity, and the nature of happiness. At the start of this volume, we witness the characters gathering in a drawing-room, engaging in artistic activities and lively conversations about art and life. Miss Bell sketches while Prince Albertinelli plays the piano, and discussions arise around the nature of suffering, joy, and the artists of the past. Therese reflects on her recent experiences and her complicated feelings for Dechartre, who enters late and captivates her attention. The opening portrays a delicate balance of artistic inspiration and emotional tension, setting the stage for Therese's evolving relationships, particularly with Dechartre, as she grapples with her past and her present attachments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: France, Anatole, 1844-1924
EBook No.: 3920
Published: Apr 1, 2003
Downloads: 114
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- Fiction
Subject: France -- Fiction
Subject: Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject: French fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.