L'exilée by Pierre Loti
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| Author | Loti, Pierre, 1850-1923 |
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| Title | L'exilée |
| Contents | Carmen Sylva -- L'exilée -- Constantinople en 1890 -- Charmeurs de serpents -- Une page oubliée de Madame Chrysanthème -- Femmes japonaises. |
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| Summary | "L'Exilée" by Pierre Loti is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the poignant life of a queen, referred to as "the idol-martyred queen," who embodies grace and melancholic beauty amidst her royal duties and personal losses. Through its lush prose, the book delves into themes of memory, longing, and the nature of exile both physically and emotionally. The opening of the novel sets a reflective tone as it introduces readers to the queen's lavish yet somber world, filled with flowers and messages of admiration on her special day. As she converses with her attendants, particularly focusing on mademoiselle Hélène, a young woman who captures her affection, the narrative hints at complex human emotions that intertwine duty and personal desire. The delicate balance of joy and sorrow is painted vividly, transporting readers into the queen's realm while establishing an immediate connection to her struggles and the weight of her crown amidst the undercurrents of political and personal turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Japan -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Women -- Japan |
| Subject | Sylva, Carmen, 1843-1916 |
| Subject | Constantinople -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41100 |
| Release Date | Oct 18, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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