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100 1 _aBurnett, Frances Hodgson,
_d1849-1924
245 1 0 _aMère Giraud's Little Daughter
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-11-04
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Mère Giraud's Little Daughter" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a poignant novella written in the late 19th century. This work explores themes of love, social class, and the complexities of familial relationships through the lens of a simple peasant mother and her beautiful daughter. The narrative unfolds in a small French village and centers on the impact of fortune on their lives, particularly when the daughter, Laure, rises to social prominence after marrying an aristocrat. The story follows Mère Giraud, a devoted peasant mother, as she grapples with her daughter's newfound status and beauty, which creates both pride and tension. Mère Giraud's journey to Paris to visit Laure reveals the stark contrasts between their former life in St. Croix and the luxuries that Laure now enjoys. However, the happiness is short-lived as Laure's apparent success masks underlying struggles, leading to her tragic illness. As Mère Giraud navigates feelings of joy and despair, the narrative delves into themes of sacrifice and unconditional love, ultimately culminating in a heartbreaking conclusion that emphasizes the harsh realities of social change and personal sacrifice. The story resonates with readers through its deep emotional exploration of motherhood, identity, and the societal expectations that shape one's destiny. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories
653 _aMothers and daughters -- Fiction
653 _aManners and customs -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23326
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