02206cam a22003133u 4500 23329 UtSlPG 20260610133533.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Burnett, Frances Hodgson, 1849-1924 "Le Monsieur de la Petite Dame" Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-11-04 Produced by David Widger "Le Monsieur de la Petite Dame" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in Paris and revolves around the complex relationship dynamics between a young American woman, Bertha Villefort, her husband Monsieur Villefort, and her cousin Ralph Edmondstone. The narrative explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice, highlighting the contrasting backgrounds of the characters and their emotional struggles. The plot centers on Bertha's marriage to the seemingly unimpressive Monsieur Villefort, who is often overshadowed by her beauty and charm. The story explores Bertha's internal conflict as she navigates her feelings of dissatisfaction in her marriage and her lingering affection for her cousin, Ralph. As tensions rise between the characters, Bertha struggles with the weight of her decisions and the societal norms that bind her. A pivotal moment occurs when Monsieur Villefort suffers a near-fatal accident, forcing the characters to confront their feelings and the repercussions of their past actions. Ultimately, the story reveals deep emotional truths about love and the sacrifices individuals make for it, culminating in a poignant resolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Manners and customs -- Fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23329 64381 64381