Lettres à une inconnue, Tome Premier by Prosper Mérimée
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About this eBook
| Author | Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893 |
| Title |
Lettres à une inconnue, Tome Premier Précédée d'une étude sur P. Mérimée par H. Taine |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues and Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) |
| Summary | "Lettres à une inconnue, Tome Premier" by Prosper Mérimée is a collection of letters written in the late 19th century. The correspondence showcases the intricate and often playful dynamics between the narrator and an unnamed recipient, exploring themes of love, societal norms, and personal observations. Through these letters, Mérimée employs a conversational style that reflects both wit and depth, engaging the reader with his candid reflections on life and relationships. The opening of the work introduces the character of Mérimée himself, offering insight into his persona as a composed and somewhat ironic observer of society. He describes encounters in Paris with friends and reflects on his views regarding interpersonal relationships, including a balance of affection and critique towards his correspondent. As he navigates through casual life updates and philosophical musings, the reader is drawn into a nuanced portrayal of intimate communication, portraying a blend of light-heartedness and seriousness that sets the tone for their ongoing dialogue. The tone and content promise a deeper exploration of the complexities of human connections as the letters unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Dacquin, Jeanne Françoise, 1811-1895 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56473 |
| Release Date | Jan 31, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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