La destinée by Lucie Des Ages

"La destinée" by Lucie Des Ages is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in Poitiers and revolves around the character of Dr. Robert Martelac, who encounters his old friend, Lieutenant Jacques Hilleret, amidst a backdrop of social dynamics and personal struggles. The narrative hints at themes of friendship, socio-economic disparity, and the impacts of familial ties as it unfolds in a historically rich setting. The opening of the novel introduces Dr. Martelac as he meanders through the rain-soaked streets of Poitiers. He unexpectedly runs into Jacques Hilleret, who initially seems apprehensive but soon reveals his identity, leading to a heartfelt reunion. Their conversation showcases a deep camaraderie rooted in their past while touching upon Jacques' recent arrival in the city. As the two friends discuss their current lives, Martelac expresses his affection for his humble family home, which his mother refuses to abandon despite its dilapidated condition. The chapter effectively sets the stage for character development and foreshadows relationships that may evolve, particularly as new characters like Anne Duplay are introduced later in that same section, intertwining their lives even further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Des Ages, Lucie, 1845-
Title La destinée
Credits Produced by Daniel Fromont
Reading Level Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 26813
Release Date
Last Update Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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