A Woodland Queen ('Reine des Bois') — Volume 3 by André Theuriet
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"A Woodland Queen ('Reine des Bois') — Volume 3" by André Theuriet is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around complex relationships and unrequited love, primarily focusing on the character Julien de Buxieres, who grapples with his feelings for Reine Vincart, a beautiful young woman engaged to Claudet. Julien's emotional turmoil, fueled by jealousy and regret, permeates the narrative as he navigates his unfulfilled desires and
the societal pressures surrounding him. The opening of the novel introduces a deep exploration of Julien's anguish over Claudet's impending marriage to Reine, against the backdrop of his own hopeless love. Julien wrestles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy, painting a vivid portrait of his suffering and internal conflict. As he observes Claudet's happiness, his bitterness grows, and he finds solace in the woods, where he can escape his despair. The tension escalates with Claudet's visit to Reine, leading to misunderstandings and emotional revelations that highlight themes of duty, loyalty, and the hidden nuances of love. The interactions between the characters set the stage for further developments that promise to explore their intertwined fates, particularly once a shocking revelation concerning Reine's identity comes to light. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Theuriet, André, 1833-1907 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Woodland Queen ('Reine des Bois') — Volume 3 |
| Note | Translation of Reine des bois. |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Villages -- France -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3937 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 268 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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