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100 1 _aGautier, Théophile,
_d1811-1872
245 1 0 _aMademoiselle de Maupin, Volume 1 (of 2)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-05-08
508 _aLaura Natal & Marc D’Hooghe
520 _a"Mademoiselle de Maupin, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Théophile Gautier is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book explores themes of identity, love, and societal norms, centering around the intriguing character of Madeleine de Maupin, a woman seeking adventure and freedom within the constraints of her era. The story promises to intertwine romance and existential musings, suggesting a deep exploration of human desires and the societal expectations that often accompany them." The opening of "Mademoiselle de Maupin" introduces a narrator reflecting on their monotonous life filled with routine and an underlying yearning for adventure. Despite the habitual nature of their days, the narrator is deeply aware of their dissatisfaction and restlessness, yearning for the thrill of extraordinary experiences. They describe their lack of excitement and recount the experiences of their dull servant, who has traveled the world yet lacks the sensitivity to appreciate life. This contrast highlights the theme of longing for a more vibrant and adventurous existence, setting the stage for the exploration of identity and the pursuit of freedom that will unfold within the novel. The introspective tone invites readers to share in the narrator's reflections on life, ennui, and the quest for meaning against a backdrop of societal conventions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrench fiction -- Translations into English
700 1 _aLe Sueur, François-Xavier
700 1 _aToudouze, Édouard,
_d1848-1907
700 1 _aBurnham, I. G.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48893
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