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Le Sage, Alain René
1668
1747
Le Sage, Alain Rene
Sage, Alain René Le
Lesage, Alain-René
Sage, Alain-René le
Smollett, T. (Tobias)
1721
1771
Smollett, Tobias George
Smollet, T. (Tobias)
The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 2 (of 3)
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gil_Blas
Al Haines
"The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 2 (of 3)" by Alain René Le Sage is a comedic novel written in the early 18th century. The story continues to follow the exploits of Gil Blas, a young man navigating a series of whimsical and often absurd adventures as he seeks fortune and his place in society. Across this volume, readers will encounter a colorful cast of characters and delightful scenarios that highlight the follies and intricacies of human nature. The opening of this volume introduces Gil Blas as he transitions from the service of one noble household into another, taking up the position of valet-de-chambre to the eccentric Don Gonzales Pacheco. As he settles into his new role, he meets a variety of quirky characters, including the Marchioness of Chaves, who is known for her gatherings of intellect and nobility. Through Gil Blas's eyes, readers witness the blend of high society’s artifice and the amusing realities of his life, including romantic intrigues and the tension between appearances and truth. The narrative promises a mix of humor and keen social commentary, which sets the stage for further escapades in this richly woven tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction
Blas, Gil (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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Category: Humour
Category: Novels
Category: Classics of Literature
Category: French Literature
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