02420cam a22003013u 4500 18108 UtSlPG 20260610133424.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Delpit, Albert, 1849-1893 Jean-nu-pieds, Vol. 2 : chronique de 1832 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-04-03 Produced by Carlo Traverso, Eric Vautier and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) "Jean-nu-pieds, Vol. 2" by Albert Delpit is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Vendée wars during the French Revolution, the narrative pivots around the trials and tribulations of characters such as Fernande and the titular Jean-Nu-Pieds, who grapple with love and loyalty amidst civil strife. The book explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and the complexities of personal vs. historical obligations, particularly within the rich tapestry of French history. The opening of this volume introduces the modest church in the village of Rassé, where a young woman named Fernande is fervently praying for divine intervention in her troubled love life. She has recently shed her disguise and is desperate for help from the noble Madame, whom she believes holds the key to her happiness. The narrative unfolds through her emotional turmoil, showcasing her plea to God and the quiet support of a mysterious peasant who turns out to be a noble in disguise, revealing deeper connections between the characters. This initial scene sets the stage for an intricate tale of love, societal divisions, and the quest for a place in a tumultuous world, drawing readers into the heart of the characters' struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified France -- History -- Wars of the Vendée, 1793-1832 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18108 59494 59494