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100 1 _aFéval, Paul,
_d1817-1887
245 1 3 _aLa fabrique de mariages, Vol. 6
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
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 2018-09-06
508 _aProduced by Claudine Corbasson 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 fabrique de mariages, Vol. 6" by Paul Féval is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This work presents a vibrant narrative set in the lively atmosphere of Paris, focusing on the complex dynamics of public spectacles, particularly wrestling matches, while intertwining themes of ambition, entertainment, and societal observation. The main character introduced, Jean-François Vaterlot (known as Barbedor), is an impresario grappling with personal aspirations and the challenges of hosting public events, providing insight into the world of entertainment management during that era. The opening of this novel immerses readers in the bustling environment surrounding a wrestling event at the "château de la Savate," where Barbedor prepares for the anticipated return of celebrated wrestler Jean Lagard. As the scene unfolds, a colorful cast of spectators, performers, and potential conflicts emerges, highlighting the interplay of ambition and theatricality in Barbedor's life. Amidst the excitement of the forthcoming match, Barbedor is interrupted by an unsettling conversation with an enigmatic figure, foreshadowing complications that threaten his plans and hinting at deeper plots intertwined with the spectacle. These initial pages set the stage for a narrative rich with dramatic tension and vibrant descriptions that promise an engaging exploration of 19th-century Parisian society. (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/57856
999 _c98685
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