The 1920 France, Anatole 1844-1924 creator May, J. Lewis (James Lewis) 1873-1961 Miall, Bernard 1876-1953 Stewart, D. B. text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Story of the Duchess of Cicogne and of Monsieur de Boulingrin" by Anatole France is a fantasy tale that was likely written in the early 20th century. As part of a collection titled "The Seven Wives of Bluebeard & Other Marvellous Tales," the narrative weaves a whimsical and satirical account surrounding themes of love, belief, and the influence of fairies in the lives of its characters. The story blends elements of classical fairy tales with a modern twist, making it both nostalgic and relevant. The plot centers around the Princess Aurore, who falls into a deep sleep due to a curse laid upon her by an uninvited fairy, Alcuine. Meanwhile, Monsieur de Boulingrin, the Secretary of State for the Treasury, is in a complicated relationship with the elegant Duchess of Cicogne. The narrative unfolds as Boulingrin remains skeptical of fairy tales despite his unexplainable encounters with them. After a century of enchantment, both he and the Duchess awaken to a transformed world, only to find themselves forgotten and irrelevant in a society that has moved on without them. The tale satirizes societal norms, relationships, and the intersection of fantasy and reality, ultimately serving as a reflection on the passage of time and the absurdities of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-05-09 Produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified Fairy tales French fiction -- Translations into English PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25409 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25409 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133600.0 25409