The Chartreuse of Parma by Stendhal
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| Author | Stendhal, 1783-1842 |
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| Translator | Loyd, Mary, Lady, 1853-1936 |
| Uniform Title | La Chartreuse de Parme. English |
| Title |
The Chartreuse of Parma Translated from the French of Stendhal (Henri Beyle) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Chartreuse of Parma" by Stendhal is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous Napoleonic era in Italy, it follows the life of its protagonist, Fabrizio del Dongo, as he navigates a world filled with political intrigue, romantic escapades, and personal ambition. Through Fabrizio's experiences, the novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the contrasting values of Italian and French society. The opening of the novel introduces Milan in 1796, shortly after General Bonaparte's entry into the city, which ignites a wave of excitement and change among the people. The narrative vividly depicts the contrasting moods of a populace that has gone from subservience under Austrian rule to a newfound zest for life spurred by the French soldiers. Notably, we are introduced to key characters, such as the Marchesa del Dongo, Fabrizio’s mother, and Lieutenant Robert, who becomes entwined in Fabrizio’s destiny. As the tale unfolds, we see how Fabrizio’s upbringing in a noble family shapes his aspirations amidst the shifting political landscape, setting the stage for his adventures and misadventures that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Subject | Parma (Italy) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Italy -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young men -- Italy -- Parma -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57638 |
| Release Date | Aug 4, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 21, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 249 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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