Sans-peur le corsaire by G. de La Landelle
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| Author | La Landelle, G. de, 1812-1886 |
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| Title | Sans-peur le corsaire |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Sans-peur le corsaire" by G. de La Landelle is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers on Léon de Roqueforte, also known as Sans-Peur, a courageous French corsair during a turbulent time marked by conflicts between European powers and the rebellious spirit of colonial territories. The storyline intertwines adventure with themes of honor and love, featuring Isabel, the daughter of a nobleman of Inca descent, as she navigates her tumultuous fate connected to Léon’s heroic exploits. The opening of the novel sets a dramatic scene at the cliff's edge, where both beauty and danger are portrayed through the figures of a young Amazon and the bold corsair captain. As Léon commands his ship in a daring close call with the treacherous waters, the narrative introduces Isabel, who is motivated by a desire for liberation and the spirit of her heroic ancestry. The tension escalates with groups watching from the shore, anticipating disaster as Léon rushes to save Isabel. This gripping introduction hints at the high stakes and deep emotions that will unfold in their intertwined destinies amid the dangers of piracy, familial conflict, and the historical backdrop of colonial struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Privateering -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22262 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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