Histoire tragique de la princesse Phénissa by Remy de Gourmont
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| Author | Gourmont, Remy de, 1858-1915 |
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| Title |
Histoire tragique de la princesse Phénissa expliquée en quatre épisodes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Pierre Lacaze and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) |
| Summary | "Histoire tragique de la princesse Phénissa" by Remy de Gourmont is a dramatic narrative likely written in the late 19th century. This literary work unfolds the tragic events surrounding Princess Phénissa, touching upon themes of love, power, and sacrifice. Gourmont weaves a story that amplifies the conflict between personal desires and societal expectations, exploring the complexities of human relationships in a royal context." In this tale, Princess Phénissa embarks on a journey that intertwines her fate with her mother, Phéna, and the prince, Phébor. As the story progresses, we see the tension between the existence of love and the weight of duty overshadowing their lives. Phénissa’s innocence and compassion starkly contrast with the darker ambitions of her mother and husband, leading to tragic consequences. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a powerful climax that involves betrayal and sacrifice, as Phébor grapples with his feelings and the fatal choice he must make, resulting in a haunting exploration of mortality and the futility of ambition. The interplay between the characters illustrates profound themes of love, loss, and the implications of their social standing, providing a rich and layered reading experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French drama -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17542 |
| Release Date | Jan 18, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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