Ghislaine by Hector Malot

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Author Malot, Hector, 1830-1907
Title Ghislaine
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Summary "Ghislaine" by Hector Malot is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story introduces us to Ghislaine, a young woman navigating her newfound emancipation as she turns eighteen and grapples with the complexities of her relationships and future, particularly in connection with her guardian, the comte de Chambrais. At the start of the novel, we find Ghislaine at a significant moment in her life, attending a family council to discuss her emancipation. This pivotal event is colored by her interactions with her guardian and the curious presence of lady Cappadoce, her somewhat overbearing governess. The atmosphere is filled with tension as Ghislaine becomes aware of her position in society and the expectations surrounding her—especially regarding marriage. As Ghislaine contemplates her freedom, she also begins to entertain thoughts of her future, including the possibility of marriage, leading her to reflect on past relationships and setting the stage for the character dynamics that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 13562
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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