| Author |
Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936 |
| Translator |
Austin-Jackson, Arthur |
| Translator |
Fabulet, Louis, 1862-1933 |
| Title |
Le Chat Maltais
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| Original Publication |
Paris: Mercure de France, 1908.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Rudyard Kipling, lauréat du prix Nobel -- Le chat maltais -- Georgie Porgie -- Wilton Sargent ... Américain -- La tombe de ses ancêtres -- Le mont illusion -- Notes sur la vie de Badalia Herodsfoot -- Les gémeaux -- Le jugement de Dungara -- En temps de crue.
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| Credits |
Véronique Le Bris, Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
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| Summary |
"Le Chat Maltais" by Rudyard Kipling is a short story collection written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around themes of polo and camaraderie, focusing on the spirited competition between teams, particularly the team led by the character known as the Chat Maltais. The stories likely explore concepts of sport, identity, and the colorful life of horses and their riders within the colonial context of India. At the start of "Le Chat Maltais," the narrative introduces readers to an intense polo match where the team of the Skidars faces off against the formidable Archanges. The opening scene paints a vivid picture of the significance of the match, highlighting the unease and pressure felt by the players as they confront competitors equipped with superior ponies. Through dialogue and action, the Chat Maltais, a clever and experienced pony, encourages his companions to strategize and stay focused on the task at hand amidst the lively and competitive atmosphere surrounding them. The dynamics of teamwork, individual skill, and the thrill of the sport set the stage for an engaging tale of rivalry and ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Short stories, English -- Translations into French
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| Subject |
English fiction -- Translations into French
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73007 |
| Release Date |
Feb 21, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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