Les vignes du Seigneur by Charles Monselet
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About this eBook
| Author | Monselet, Charles, 1825-1888 |
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| Title | Les vignes du Seigneur |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Les vignes du Seigneur" by Charles Monselet is a poetic novel written in the mid-19th century. This literary work explores themes surrounding wine, nature, and the complexities of love, set against a backdrop of the lush vineyards of the Médoc region. Monselet intertwines elements of personal reflection with a depiction of rural life, particularly focusing on the emotional and sensory experiences associated with winemaking. The narrative follows the character Lucien, who loves Nicette, as they navigate their relationship amidst the idyllic and troubled realities of rural France. The poem details the beauty of the Médoc landscape while reflecting on human emotions such as love, longing, and the inevitable passage of time. As Lucien ventures to Paris, he becomes absorbed in the city's distractions, straying from his roots and the love he once cherished. Through metaphoric imagery and lyrical expression, the text ultimately ponders the loss of innocence and the bittersweet nature of memories tied to both love and the act of drinking wine, symbolizing the indulgence and despair that can accompany life's pleasures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French poetry -- 19th century |
| Subject | Wine and wine making -- France -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63470 |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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