02285cam a22003133u 4500 41645 UtSlPG 20260610133943.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PQ Kock, Paul de, 1793-1871 The Milkmaid of Montfermeil (Novels of Paul de Kock Volume XX) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-12-17 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "The Milkmaid of Montfermeil" by Paul de Kock is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set in a picturesque village and revolves around the character of Denise, a lively and charming milkmaid, who becomes the object of affection for Auguste Dalville, a young dandy newly returned from military service. The narrative promises a mix of romantic entanglements, humorous misunderstandings, and the contrasts between rural simplicity and urban sophistication. The opening of the book establishes a lighthearted tone through a conversation in a cabriolet between Auguste and his servant Bertrand, where they discuss love, relationships, and the nature of women. Their dialogue sets the stage for Auguste's chance encounter with Denise, who, despite her initial defensiveness, displays a spirited personality. The scene unfolds as Auguste observes Denise tending to her donkey and offers playful banter, leading to a tumultuous yet amusing interaction that includes a playful struggle for a kiss. As the story progresses, it hints at deeper themes of affection, societal norms, and the contrasting life of the city versus the countryside. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified France -- Fiction French fiction -- Translations into English https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41645 82484 82484