| Author |
Aulnoy, Madame d' (Marie-Catherine), 1651?-1705 |
| Title |
Contes, Tome II
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Contes, Tome II" by Madame d'Aulnoy is a collection of fairy tales written in the late 17th century. The book features whimsical narratives filled with enchantment, royalty, and magical creatures, following the adventures of main characters entangled in fantastical situations. One of the prominent stories is "La Chatte Blanche," which introduces a prince and a talking white cat who possess extraordinary powers and embark on various adventures. The opening of "La Chatte Blanche" sets the stage for a captivating tale, beginning with a king concerned about his three sons competing for his throne. To divert their ambitions, he promises to pass on his crown to the son who brings him the finest little dog. As the brothers set off on their quest, the youngest prince encounters a magnificent castle and the alluring Chatte Blanche, who becomes his companion. With rich descriptions and whimsical elements, the narrative hints at dreams, love, and trials that await, promising an engaging journey through love and transformation entwined with the whimsical world of fairy tales. (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 |
Fairy tales -- France
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18368 |
| Release Date |
May 10, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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