02519cam a22003133u 4500 27644 UtSlPG 20260610133630.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Souvestre, Émile, 1806-1854 Au bord du lac : L'Esclave, le Serf, le Chevrier de Lorraine, l'Apprenti Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-12-28 Produced by Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) "Au bord du lac" by Émile Souvestre is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative opens with reflections on the impact of history, as the author contemplates the remnants of past civilizations and how they intertwine with the present. The story then shifts focus to the experiences of a mother named Norva and her young son, Arvins, who find themselves among a group of Celtic prisoners paraded through Rome after their defeat. This tale captures themes of suffering, resilience, and the societal dynamics between masters and slaves against the backdrop of Roman conquest. At the start of this work, the author presents the plight of Norva and Arvins, emphasizing their emotional struggle as they are part of a larger group of Celts captured during a military campaign. Norva's fierce determination to protect her son is evident, while Arvins mirrors her silent strength despite the dire circumstances they face. As prisoner slaves, they endure the chaos and cruelty of their situation, marked for sale in a hub of Roman indulgence. The initial chapters set the stage for a deeper exploration of themes like the pursuit of freedom, the bond between mother and child, and the historical context of servitude in ancient Rome, which is likely to resonate with readers interested in societal reflections and character-driven narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories, French French fiction -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27644 68553 68553