The Lock and Key Library: the Most Interesting Stories of All Nations: French…
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"The Lock and Key Library: the Most Interesting Stories of All Nations: French…" edited by Julian Hawthorne is a collection of noteworthy literary works featuring stories from French authors, likely compiled during the late 19th century. The featured stories explore themes of tragedy and human emotion, focusing on characters such as Count Kostia Petrovitch Leminof, a melancholic Russian nobleman, and his interactions with those around him, particularly his son Stephane and his
secretary Gilbert Saville. The opening of the anthology introduces Count Kostia, who, after a series of personal tragedies including the loss of his wife and one of his children, seeks solitude in a castle named Geierfels. As he immerses himself in historical research, the narrative reveals the dynamics of his household, highlighting the strained relationship with his son, Stephane, who is depicted as a troubled young man grappling with his emotions and the oppressive atmosphere created by his father's harshness. Additionally, it hints at Gilbert Saville’s philosophical reflections and the challenges he faces in his new position as the Count's secretary, showcasing a rich tapestry of character development and emotional depth. The stories promise a compelling exploration of human nature, relationships, and the impact of grief. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Hawthorne, Julian, 1846-1934 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935 |
| Contributor | Cherbuliez, Victor, 1829-1899 |
| Title | The Lock and Key Library: the Most Interesting Stories of All Nations: French Novels |
| Contents |
Count Kostia, by Victor Cherbuliez Andre Cornelis, by Paul Bourget The Last of the Costellos, by Anonymous Lady Betty's Indiscretion, by Anonymous |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories, French |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2047 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-02047-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2000 |
| Last Update | Apr 3, 2015 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 375 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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