02292cam a22003253u 4500 5756 UtSlPG 20260610133143.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Tarkington, Booth, 1869-1946 The Guest of Quesnay Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-05-01 Etext produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML file produced by David Widger "The Guest of Quesnay" by Booth Tarkington is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story is set in Paris and centers around George Ward, a portrait painter, as he navigates the vibrant and sometimes seedy life of the boulevards. The narrative begins with Ward observing the various characters that populate the Parisian streets, including the notable figure Larrabee Harman, whose scandalous life has led to a severe decline in his fortune and reputation. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to the lively atmosphere of Paris, filled with diverse characters including wealthy patrons and struggling artists. Ward, who has become a successful painter, finds himself drawn into the narrative through his recognition of Harman, a former acquaintance who has succumbed to a life of debauchery. As the plot unfolds, Ward's world is intertwined with that of Harman and the enigmatic dancer Mariana, reflecting themes of fame, downfall, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of Parisian life. The opening scenes establish a rich visual tapestry, drawing readers into a world full of color, intrigue, and the pulse of the city. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Americans -- France -- Fiction France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Painters -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5756 47782 47782