La Maison de l'Ogre by Alphonse Karr
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About this eBook
| Author | Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890 |
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| LoC No. | f01000355 |
| Title | La Maison de l'Ogre |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | La maison de l'ogre -- A Ernest Legouvé -- Klmprsk -- Logogriphe -- Conférence sur le bonheur -- La statue de Jean Jacques Rousseau -- Éloge de la mort -- Affaire Boulanger -- Prix de beauté -- Une femme dans un salon -- Une prophétie -- Panorama du siècle. |
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| Summary | "La Maison de l'Ogre" by Alphonse Karr is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book seems to explore themes of progress and societal critique, capturing the contemplation of characters reflecting on the state of civilization against the backdrop of nature and military might. It presents dialogues and philosophical musings around the notions of beauty, progress, and honor, likely centering around various character interactions, including a young professor and a sailor. The opening of the novel introduces a serene setting at the edge of the sea where the narrator finds a tranquil refuge in a cabana surrounded by fragrant flora. Amid this peaceful backdrop, two young men engage in a conversation contrasting the beauty of old sailing ships with giant, modern war vessels, stirring reflections about progress and its implications. The professor leans towards a philosophical appreciation of the past, while the sailor emerges as a symbol of contemporary pride in technological advancement. This dialogue sets the stage for deeper explorations of societal changes, questioning whether true progress leads to happiness and fulfillment. The narrator's thoughts on the symbolism of progress reflect a critical view that hints at a connection to a larger narrative on the cyclical nature of society's advancements and struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French essays |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37569 |
| Release Date | Sep 29, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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