Chédieu de Robethon, Émile 1814- creator Chateaubriand, François-René, vicomte de 1768-1848 Custine, Delphine de Sabran, marquise de 1770-1826 text utu 2007 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Chateaubriand et Madame de Custine: Episodes et correspondance inédite" by É. Chédieu de Robethon is a historical account published in the late 19th century. The work presents the previously unpublished letters exchanged between the renowned French writer François-Auguste de Chateaubriand and the Marquise de Custine, illuminating their intimate relationship over nearly twenty years. The book aims to clarify misunderstandings and misrepresentations about Chateaubriand’s character and his connection with Madame de Custine, offering readers insight into their personal lives and the broader historical context of their time. The opening of the publication introduces various aspects of Chateaubriand’s life, including his tumultuous marriage and his connections to prominent societal figures. It discusses the contrasting perceptions of him: one casting him as a cold and indifferent lover while the other portrays him as a passionate and sensitive individual. The text delves into Chateaubriand's early relationships, laying groundwork for the correspondence with Madame de Custine. Through the initial chapters, an exploration of his character is initiated, showcasing his literary accomplishments, his political inclinations, and the development of his sentiments toward Madame de Custine against the backdrop of their societal challenges and personal hardships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-08-24 Produced by Mireille Harmelin, 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) Original publication data not identified Chateaubriand, François-René, vicomte de, 1768-1848 Custine, Delphine de Sabran, marquise de, 1770-1826 PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22384 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22384 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133520.0 22384