La Daniella, Vol. I. by George Sand

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Author Sand, George, 1804-1876
Title La Daniella, Vol. I.
Credits Produced by Renald Levesque and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)
Summary "La Daniella, Vol. I." by George Sand is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the character Jean Valreg, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and emotional awakening, particularly following the loss of his sister. Throughout the narrative, he reflects on complex themes of individuality, societal expectations, and the nature of art and life. The beginning of the book introduces Jean Valreg, a young man who has lived a sheltered life under the care of his uncle, a country priest. The text highlights Valreg's timidity and introspective nature as he grapples with feelings of insignificance and a lack of direction. He expresses a desire for a purpose in life, which he is uncertain of achieving. Through his conversation with the narrator, Valreg reveals his past and the emotional turmoil stemming from personal losses, including the death of his sister. He ultimately resolves to explore his artistic ambitions by seeking to become a painter, a decision that signals his aspiration to embrace life fully, contrasting with his earlier resignation and melancholic disposition. (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. 13917
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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