02204cam a22003493u 4500 60079 UtSlPG 20260610134402.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 23015615 UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Cocteau, Jean, 1889-1963 Le Grand Écart Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-08-09 Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.) "Le Grand Écart" by Jean Cocteau is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book introduces Jacques Forestier, a complex and introspective character grappling with his identity and emotions as he navigates love, beauty, and societal expectations in the artistic and often tumultuous backdrop of Paris. The opening of the novel reveals Jacques Forestier in a state of emotional turmoil, shedding tears over superficial stimuli, which reflects his deeper struggles with authenticity and the human condition. Despite projecting an image of insouciance and wit, he wrestles with feelings of inadequacy and alienation, feeling disconnected from both the aristocracy and the common masses. The narrative hints at his past experiences with love and beauty, juxtaposing them with an ever-present sense of longing and existential doubt as he reflects on relationships and society. Jacques's inner conflicts set the stage for his journey, as he tries to reconcile who he is with who he wishes to be amid a backdrop filled with vibrant characters and poignant moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Paris (France) -- Fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction French fiction -- 20th century Students -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60079 100905 100905