Les Bijoux Indiscrets, or, The Indiscreet Toys by Denis Diderot
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| Author | Diderot, Denis, 1713-1784 |
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| Title | Les Bijoux Indiscrets, or, The Indiscreet Toys |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Les Bijoux Indiscrets, or, The Indiscreet Toys" by Denis Diderot is a fictional narrative written in the mid-18th century. The story revolves around the character Mangogul, a prince from Congo, and touches upon themes of love, fidelity, and the intrigue that unfolds with a magical ring that reveals the hidden truths and thoughts of women, particularly regarding their romantic escapades. It intertwines humor with social commentary on morality and the human condition. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the birth of Mangogul, highlighting the chaotic political landscape of his time and his father's desire for a great destiny for him. The narrative swiftly moves to depict the young prince's education and qualities, establishing him as a capable and amiable leader, beloved by his subjects. Diderot's work begins to unfold with a comedic setup where Mangogul engages in a conversation with his favorite, Mirzoza, about the peculiarities of love and fidelity. The prince's quest takes a magical turn when he consults the Genius Cucufa, who gifts him a ring that compels women’s "toys" (a euphemism for their intimate parts) to entertain conversations, leading to a blend of amusing and scandalous revelations about their hidden lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Erotic stories |
| Subject | Louis XV, King of France, 1710-1774 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54672 |
| Release Date | May 6, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 507 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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