02260cam a22003133u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000044001122450026001562640051001823000047002333360026002803370026003063380036003325000031003685080044003995201324004435340045017676530030018126530024018427000038018668560042019043931UtSlPG20260610133119.0mcr n260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPQ1 aMassa, Philippe, marquis de,d1831-191110aZibeline — Volume 1 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2003  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2003-04-01  aThis etext was produced by David Widger  a"Zibeline — Volume 1" by marquis de Philippe Massa is a romantic novel written in the late 19th century, specifically during the period of the Second Empire in France. The story centers around a unique and spirited heroine named Valentine de Vermont, nicknamed Zibeline, who inherits a substantial fortune from her father after his passing. The narrative delves into her adventures in Parisian society, where she is known for her unconventional charm, opulence, and generosity, raising eyebrows and envy among the elite.  The book follows Zibeline as she navigates her new life in Paris, a city brimming with social intricacies and flamboyant characters. After inheriting her father's wealth, she embarks on a mission of restitution to a man from whom her father had won his fortune at play, leading her into the tumultuous world of high-stakes gambling and the pursuit of love. Throughout the story, Zibeline's vibrant personality and her interaction with various characters, including a dashing young officer, provide readers with delightful insights into the opulent yet often superficial world of Parisian high society. The author paints a picture of societal norms and romantic pursuits, creating a lush backdrop for a tale of adventure, love, and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aParis (France) -- Fiction  aHeroines -- Fiction1 aRanous, Dora Knowlton,d1859-191640uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3931