De zonderlinge avonturen van "Zijne Excellentie de Generaal" by M. J. Brusse

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Author Brusse, M. J. (Marie Joseph), 1873-1941
Title De zonderlinge avonturen van "Zijne Excellentie de Generaal"
Note Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "De zonderlinge avonturen van 'Zijne Excellentie de Generaal'" by M.J. Brusse is a fictional novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative introduces a character named Jean Charles Racier, a somewhat deluded vagrant who presents himself with an air of nobility despite his disheveled state. The story seems to explore themes of identity, social class, and the absurdity of existence through Racier's exaggerated tales and interactions with others. At the start of the novel, the perspective is primarily from the viewpoint of a painter who has taken Racier as his model. As they converse, Racier reveals his fascinating yet tragic life story, including his time in prison and his aspirations to reclaim a sense of dignity and grandeur. His self-declared title of "Generaal" coupled with his vivid recollections of past glories and delusions of grandeur paint a portrait of a man who oscillates between moments of deep reflection and farcical bravado. Throughout the opening, Racier’s character is vividly brought to life, hinting at a blend of humor and melancholy that is likely to characterize his adventures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fiction
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EBook-No. 36056
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Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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