ou L'Hôtel Lambert - histoire contemporaine Sue, Eugène 1804-1857 creator text utu 2005 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Paula Monti, Tome I" by Eugène Sue is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in a fashionable Parisian society, exploring themes of intrigue and romance centered around the enigmatic character of Madame de Hansfeld and her interactions with a group of nobles, including M. de Morville. The novel promises a rich tapestry of social dynamics and personal dilemmas against the backdrop of life in 1837 Paris. At the start of the narrative, the scene is set at the Opera Ball, where characters engage in lively conversations filled with humor and flirtation, revealing the social norms and moral complexities of the time. A masked female domino catches the attention of the crowd with her witty remarks, which lead to discussions about the mysterious prince and princess of Hansfeld, hinting at deeper secrets. As the evening progresses, we are introduced to M. de Morville, who exhibits a troubled longing for the beautiful princess, a sentiment fraught with complications due to familial duties and social expectations. The stage is set for an unfolding drama of love, honor, and the conflicts of society, intriguing readers to delve further into the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2005-10-14 Produced by Carlo Traverso, Chuck Greif 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) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- 19th century PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16875 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16875 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133408.0 16875