The Marquis of Létorière by Eugène Sue
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About this eBook
| Author | Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857 |
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| Title | The Marquis of Létorière |
| Alternate Title | The Marquis of Letoriere |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Marquis of Létorière" by Eugène Sue is a novel written in the mid-19th century. Set in a historical backdrop, the story revolves around the aristocratic character of the young Marquis Létorière and the challenges he faces due to his financial hardships and the lawsuits surrounding his family’s noble claims. The interplay of characters, including the tailor Landry and his wife Madelaine, provides a vivid portrayal of social dynamics, making the novel an exploration of class and morality intertwined with romance. At the start of the story, we are introduced to a small tailor's shop in Paris, where Master Landry and his wife, Madelaine, are engaged in a heated discussion about their financial woes, particularly focusing on a debt owed to them by the charming Marquis of Létorière. As Madelaine decides to confront the Marquis herself, the scene is set for a clash between humble tradespeople and the nobleman who struggles with his own misfortunes. The Marquis, while facing scorn and criticism for his debts, is portrayed with an air of dignity, rich character depth, and magnetic charm, foreshadowing the complexities of his journey ahead as he seeks to regain his standing and resolve his personal battles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63852 |
| Release Date | Nov 22, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 43 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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