Un Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl) 1848-1907 creator text utu 2007 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Un dilemme" by J.-K. Huysmans is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complex dynamics of inheritance and social relationships following the death of a young man named Jules, particularly focusing on the legal and moral implications surrounding his mistress, Sophie. The book delves into themes of class, gender, and the often harsh realities faced by women in society. The opening of the novel introduces the characters M. Lambois and Maître Le Ponsart, discussing the fate of Jules' estate after his death. They explore the legal ramifications of Jules' relationships, particularly concerning Sophie, who claims to be pregnant. The notary, Le Ponsart, plans to deal with her without acknowledgment of any emotional or financial obligation, revealing his pragmatic yet cold approach to the situation. This sets the stage for the ensuing conflict as Sophie confronts the harsh realities of her situation and the societal expectations placed upon her. The intricate dialogues and character interactions highlight the tension between moral righteousness and personal gain, a central theme in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-12-20 Produced by Brendan King, Laurent Vogel, and the J.-K. Huysmans web site at www.huysmans.org (this file was produced using images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr) Original publication data not identified Rich people -- Fiction Social classes -- Fiction French fiction -- 19th century Avarice -- Fiction Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction Manipulative behavior -- Fiction PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23940 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23940 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133541.0 23940