Le Lorrain, Jean 1855-1906 creator text utu 2020 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Le Crime des Riches" by Jean Lorrain is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the decadent society of the Riviera, portraying intricate relationships between its wealthy inhabitants, often entangled in scandal and intrigue. The narrative begins by introducing a colorful ensemble of characters, hinting at themes of opulence, moral corruption, and the consequences of wealth. At the start of the novel, the lush setting of the Riviera is depicted through a lively conversation between characters who discuss prominent social figures and their sordid histories. Glossed with wit, this dialogue paints a vivid picture of the extravagant yet morally ambiguous lives led by the elite, including those with dubious pasts or scandalous reputations. The opening sets a tone of intrigue and anticipation, establishing a backdrop of glamour intertwined with darker human behaviors as various characters navigate their fortunes amidst the vibrant yet treacherous social landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2020-09-26 Produced by Clarity, Pierre Lacaze 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) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- 20th century PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63303 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63303 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134446.0 63303