Le Négrier, Vol. IV : Aventures de mer
Corbière, Edouard, 1793-1875
Le Négrier, Vol. IV : Aventures de mer - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2006-02-08
Produced by Carlo Traverso, beth133 and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) Produced by Carlo Traverso, beth133 and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)
"Le Négrier, Vol. IV" by Edouard Corbière is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into adventures at sea, highlighting the complex moral implications of the slave trade, as seen through the experiences of its protagonist, Léonard. Key characters include Léonard and Rosalie, whose relationship plays a central role in the narrative, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice amidst tumultuous circumstances. At the start of the narrative, we witness Léonard grappling with the grave effects of a yellow fever outbreak as he lays incapacitated, reflecting on his life and desires. Rosalie, a pivotal figure in his life, tends to him with devotion, highlighting her deep affection and commitment. As Léonard recovers, their relationship deepens, but he feels a restlessness that compels him to seek adventure on the high seas, even as he acknowledges the emotional toll it may take on Rosalie. This opening portion sets the stage for the unfolding tale of love, sacrifice, and the morally fraught world of the slave trade, suggesting a journey filled with both peril and heartfelt connections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Slave trade -- Africa -- Fiction West Indies, French -- Fiction
PQ
Le Négrier, Vol. IV : Aventures de mer - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2006-02-08
Produced by Carlo Traverso, beth133 and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) Produced by Carlo Traverso, beth133 and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)
"Le Négrier, Vol. IV" by Edouard Corbière is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into adventures at sea, highlighting the complex moral implications of the slave trade, as seen through the experiences of its protagonist, Léonard. Key characters include Léonard and Rosalie, whose relationship plays a central role in the narrative, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice amidst tumultuous circumstances. At the start of the narrative, we witness Léonard grappling with the grave effects of a yellow fever outbreak as he lays incapacitated, reflecting on his life and desires. Rosalie, a pivotal figure in his life, tends to him with devotion, highlighting her deep affection and commitment. As Léonard recovers, their relationship deepens, but he feels a restlessness that compels him to seek adventure on the high seas, even as he acknowledges the emotional toll it may take on Rosalie. This opening portion sets the stage for the unfolding tale of love, sacrifice, and the morally fraught world of the slave trade, suggesting a journey filled with both peril and heartfelt connections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Slave trade -- Africa -- Fiction West Indies, French -- Fiction
PQ