02344cam a22003013u 4500 8541 UtSlPG 20260610133223.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Houssaye, Arsène, 1815-1896 Les mains pleines de roses, pleines d'or et pleines de sang Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-07-01 Carlo Traverso, Anne Dreze, Marc D'Hooghe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Les mains pleines de roses, pleines d'or et pleines de sang" by Arsène Houssaye is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story is centered around the life of Georges du Quesnoy, a young man transitioning into adulthood as he navigates the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations. The narrative is imbued with a mix of romance and philosophical reflections, hinting at deeper themes of fate and the consequences of one's actions. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the idyllic setting of the Soissonnais region, where Georges rides through a picturesque landscape, filled with vibrant nature. His peaceful ride is interrupted by an enchanting vision of a young woman in a white dress, which captivates him deeply. As he becomes increasingly fascinated by this mysterious figure, he learns that the château of Margival, where she appears to reside, is only occupied by her and her father. This chance encounter sets the stage for a budding romance and explores themes of youthful idealism as Georges expresses his desire for experiences beyond the sheltered life he has lead thus far. The initial chapters skillfully weave together elements of fate and personal desire, laying the groundwork for the emotional and existential dilemmas that await Georges in his quest for love and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8541 50523 50523