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| Author | Bussy, Roger de Rabutin, comte de, 1618-1693 |
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| Contributor | Livet, Charles-Louis, 1828-1897 |
| Editor | Boiteau d'Ambly, Paul, 1830-1886 |
| Title | Histoire amoureuse des Gaules; suivie des Romans historico-satiriques du XVIIe siècle, Tome IV |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Histoire amoureuse des Gaules" by Bussy Rabutin is a historical fiction work written in the late 17th century. The narrative focuses on the romantic escapades and societal dynamics of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV, particularly emphasizing the interplay between love, virtue, and power. In this context, the book weaves a tale featuring notable figures such as the Comtesse de L... and the King himself, highlighting a romantic entanglement that grapples with concepts of fidelity and desire amidst courtly intrigue. The opening of this work introduces the intricate court life of Louis XIV, shedding light on the King’s infatuation with the Comtesse de L... who strives to uphold her virtue against his advances. Despite the royal charm and fervor, the Comtesse demonstrates a resolute dedication to her marriage, engaging in a back-and-forth dialogue with the King about love, honor, and societal expectations. This section sets the tone for the ensuing drama, characterized by poetic exchanges and a palpable tension between personal desire and public duty, laying the groundwork for the ensuing narrative of love and its complexities within the alluring yet perilous sphere of power. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | France -- Court and courtiers |
| Subject | Erotic literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40902 |
| Release Date | Sep 30, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 138 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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