"Le Monsieur de la Petite Dame" by Frances Hodgson Burnett
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"Le Monsieur de la Petite Dame" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in Paris and revolves around the complex relationship dynamics between a young American woman, Bertha Villefort, her husband Monsieur Villefort, and her cousin Ralph Edmondstone. The narrative explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice, highlighting the contrasting backgrounds of the characters and their emotional struggles. The plot centers
on Bertha's marriage to the seemingly unimpressive Monsieur Villefort, who is often overshadowed by her beauty and charm. The story explores Bertha's internal conflict as she navigates her feelings of dissatisfaction in her marriage and her lingering affection for her cousin, Ralph. As tensions rise between the characters, Bertha struggles with the weight of her decisions and the societal norms that bind her. A pivotal moment occurs when Monsieur Villefort suffers a near-fatal accident, forcing the characters to confront their feelings and the repercussions of their past actions. Ultimately, the story reveals deep emotional truths about love and the sacrifices individuals make for it, culminating in a poignant resolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Burnett, Frances Hodgson, 1849-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | "Le Monsieur de la Petite Dame" |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Manners and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23329 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-23329-1 |
| Release Date | Nov 4, 2007 |
| Last Update | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 452 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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