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100 1 _aArène, Paul,
_d1843-1896
245 1 3 _aLa Chèvre d'Or
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2013-09-19
508 _aProduced by Claudine Corbasson, Hans Pieterse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
520 _a"La Chèvre d'Or" by Paul Arène is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set in Provence, it seems to delve into themes of treasure hunting and legend, revolving around the titular golden goat that embodies an elusive dream and a fascinating journey for the protagonist. The narrative invites readers into a rich tapestry of encounters with local characters and reflections on the past, particularly through the observations of the main character who, in search of a hidden treasure, traverses both the physical landscape and his own thoughts. The opening of the story presents a letter from the main character to a friend, filled with philosophical musings and an introduction to his quest for a treasure he believes to be real and not mythological. He reflects on his life experiences, feeling a loss of hope and ambition, while also sharing his resolve to find this elusive treasure in the luminous backdrop of Provence. As he embarks on his journey, he encounters local figures, including "patron Ruf," who brings humor and richness to the tale, as well as a host of whimsical characters and settings that shape his pursuit of adventure and self-discovery. The writing immerses the reader in the cultural and historical context of Provence, promising a narrative layered with meaning and engagement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrench fiction -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43767
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