02346cam a22003133u 4500 63167 UtSlPG 20260610134444.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Moréas, Jean, 1856-1910 Le thé chez Miranda Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-09-10 Produced by Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "Le thé chez Miranda" by Jean Moréas and Paul Adam is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds around a complex love story that takes place against the backdrop of Parisian society, exploring themes of desire, identity, and social norms. Central to the tale is the enigmatic character Miranda, who captivates and intrigues those around her, particularly the young man Paul Doriaste, whose longing and disillusionment intertwine with her mysterious allure. The beginning of the story introduces a wintry Paris setting, focusing on the atmosphere of a boudoir where Miranda prepares to serve tea. The protagonist, Paul Doriaste, observes her as he reflects on his feelings of desire and despair. He grapples with his infatuation with the beautiful and elusive Miranda while being acutely aware of the barriers that come with societal expectations and personal insecurities. Their interactions hint at a deeper emotional complexity, with Paul’s thoughts revealing his turmoil as he struggles to suppress his longing amid the constraints of love and fidelity. The narrative sets the stage for an exploration of their relationship dynamics and the challenges posed by an unattainable ideal. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- 19th century Adam, Paul, 1862-1920 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63167 103991 103991