Les conteurs à la ronde by Charles Dickens
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"Les conteurs à la ronde" by Charles Dickens is a collection of interconnected stories written in the late 19th century. The text sets the stage for a narrative that revolves around a Christmas gathering where family members take turns sharing their tales, showcasing Dickens's hallmark exploration of human nature, relationships, and societal commentary. The opening character, known as "the poor relative," suggests a humble and possibly underappreciated protagonist who sets the tone
for the familial and emotional themes that will unfold. The opening of the work introduces "the poor relative," who feels uncomfortable taking the spotlight among more esteemed family members during their storytelling session. Despite his self-deprecating humor, he begins to reveal details of his life, suggesting a past filled with unfulfilled dreams and disappointments. As he shares his story, the narrative hints at deeper truths about family dynamics, aspirations, and the complex interplay of social status, suggesting that this collection will weave a rich tapestry of interconnected narratives, underpinned by the warmth and challenges of family life, particularly during the festive season. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Pichot, Amédée, 1795-1877 |
| Title | Les conteurs à la ronde |
| Contents | L'histoire du parent pauvre -- L'histoire de l'enfant -- L'histoire de quelqu'un ou la légende des deux rivières -- L'histoire de la vieille Marie bonne d'enfant -- L'histoire de l'hôte -- L'histoire du grand-père -- L'histoire de la femme de journée -- L'histoire de l'écolier sourd -- Histoire de l'invité -- L'histoire de la mère -- Le retour de l'émigrant ou Noël après quinze ans d'absence. |
| Credits | Produced by Ebooks libres et gratuits; this text is also available at www.ebooksgratuits.com |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories, English -- Translations into French |
| Subject | English fiction -- Translations into French |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16022 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16022-1 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 313 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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