La Arène, Paul 1843-1896 creator text utu 2019 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "La gueuse parfumée: Récits provençaux" by Paul Arène is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives explore life in the Provence region of France through the eyes of the main character, Jean-des-Figues, who embodies both humble beginnings and aspirations of nobility. The book likely presents themes of nostalgia, identity, and the simplicity of rural life intertwined with moments of humor and adventure. The opening of the book introduces us to Jean-des-Figues, who recounts the circumstances of his birth, which took place under a fig tree while surrounded by the sounds of nature. His narrative offers a vivid description of his parents and their modest lifestyle. Quickly, we learn about the affectionate bond he shares with his father, who tries to teach him the ways of farming, as well as his youthful curiosity and whimsical nature. The initial chapters lay the groundwork for a reflective exploration of memory and the intricate relationships that shape one's identity in a picturesque, yet often harsh rural environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Jean-des-Figues -- Le Tor d'Entraÿs -- Le Clos des ames -- La Mort de Pan -- Le Canot des six capitaines. Release date is 2019-11-13 Produced by Claudine Corbasson, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- 19th century Provence (France) -- Fiction PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60680 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60680 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134411.0 60680