02316cam a22003253u 4500 72712 UtSlPG 20260610134700.0 m cr n 260607r20241888utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 05012289 UtSlPG fr iso639-1 DU Mativet, Antoine‏ La nouvelle Cythère Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-01-14 Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) "La Nouvelle Cythère" by Monchoisy is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. This work details a journey from France to Tahiti, exploring the society, culture, and landscapes of the regions encountered along the way, particularly focusing on the impressions of New York and San Francisco as the narrator makes their way to the romanticized paradise of Tahiti. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist embarks on a voyage aboard the "Saint-Laurent", setting the tone with vivid descriptions of the sea journey, which includes challenging weather and encounters with various passengers including adventurers, performers, and traders. Upon reaching New York, the protagonist contrasts its chaotic and unappealing aspects with the romanticized vision of Tahiti, presenting an unflattering account of the city’s disarray and societal issues while portraying a longing for the idyllic representation of Tahitian life. The opening thus establishes a critical perspective on Western civilization while building anticipation for the promised beauty and allure of Tahiti, the "Nouvelle Cythère." (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Paris: Charpentier, 1888 Tahiti (French Polynesia : Island) -- Description and travel https://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/bpt6k5773215p https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72712 113437 113437