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2019-11-21
Public domain in the USA.
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Le Braz, Anatole
1859
1926
Braz, Anatole Le
Braz, A. Le
Braz, Anatole le
Pâques d'Islande
Pâques d'Islande -- Funérailles d'été -- La nuit des feux -- Dans le «Yeun» -- La nuit des morts.
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"Pâques d'Islande" by Anatole Le Braz is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book intricately weaves the life of Breton fishermen, primarily focusing on the character Jean-René Kerello, who has returned after years of fishing off the coasts of Iceland. The narrative explores themes of nostalgia, the stark beauty of the Arctic landscape, and the heart-wrenching reality of life at sea, particularly as it relates to familial bonds and the weight of tradition. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of Roc'h-Vélen, a small Breton village, and establishes a mood of reflective melancholy among its retired fishermen. Through the eyes of Jean-René, the story unfolds with detailed descriptions of his life aboard a fishing vessel in Iceland, the sense of time lost at sea, and the emotional connection to his homeland, especially as Easter approaches. As he navigates his memories and the harsh realities of fishing life, we witness the intimate bond between Jean-René and his brother Guillaume, underscoring both the camaraderie of the crew and the looming specter of mortality during their expedition. The tone is lyrical, rich with sensory detail, drawing readers into the depths of maritime existence and its emotional complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Short stories, French
French fiction -- 19th century
Brittany (France) -- Fiction
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Category: Novels
Category: French Literature
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