Author |
Milosz, O. V. de L. (Oscar Vladislas de Lubicz), 1877-1939 |
Title |
L'Amoureuse Initiation
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Original Publication |
France: Bernard Grasset,1910.
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Credits |
Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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Summary |
"L'Amoureuse Initiation" by O. V. de L. Milosz is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative appears to explore themes of love, memory, and longing through the eyes of a melancholic protagonist, the chevalier Waldemar, reflecting on his past and encounters with significant characters, especially the enigmatic Manto. The story hints at a deep existential exploration as Waldemar grapples with his feelings and experiences over time. The opening of the book introduces us to the musings of Waldemar, who contemplates his modest existence and the impact of chance on his life. As he recalls the "tragi-comedy" of his experiences, he is stirred by a significant meeting with the eccentric comte Pinamonte, who represents a blend of wisdom and folly. Their whimsical dialogue takes place against the backdrop of Naples, raising themes of fate and memory as they navigate through past sorrows and the remnants of lost youthful aspirations. The interaction hints at a larger journey into understanding love and connection amidst the chaos and nostalgia of their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
French |
LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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Subject |
Venice (Italy) -- Fiction
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Subject |
Love stories
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
67741 |
Release Date |
Mar 31, 2022 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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