Thomas l'imposteur by Jean Cocteau

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Author Cocteau, Jean, 1889-1963
LoC No. 24004333
Title Thomas l'imposteur
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Summary "Thomas l'imposteur" by Jean Cocteau is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work explores the absurdities and complexities of identity during wartime, centering on characters like the enigmatic Guillaume Thomas, who navigates a web of deception and aspiration against the backdrop of World War I. The narrative delves into themes of imposture, the search for meaning, and the effects of war on individuals and society. The opening of the novel introduces us to the chaotic atmosphere of war, noting its disorderly beginnings and the departure of the government. Among key characters, we meet the spirited Princess de Bormes, who transforms a health facility into an impromptu hospital while grappling with her desires for excitement amid the turmoil. Guillaume Thomas, an impostor, enters the scene as a soldier fighting to keep up his ruse of being connected to a prominent military figure. The dynamics between the characters begin to unfold, revealing their motivations and setting in motion a series of events influenced by the war's chaos juxtaposed with their personal struggles and ambitions. The rich descriptions and dialogues present a vivid portrayal of their relationships as they embrace or resist the absurdities and tragedies unfolding around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Impostors and imposture -- Fiction
Subject Imagination -- Fiction
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- France -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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