The Confession of a Child of the Century — Volume 1 by Alfred de Musset
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"The Confession of a Child of the Century — Volume 1" by Alfred de Musset is a novel written during the early 19th century, reflecting the romanticism and existential angst of the period. The work delves into themes of love, despair, and the moral struggles faced by a young man, Octave, as he navigates the complexities of relationships and the impact of societal expectations on personal happiness. The opening of the novel
sets a poignant tone, as Octave introduces himself as a victim of a debilitating "moral malady" triggered by the disillusionment of his youth. He recounts the backdrop of his upbringing during the tumult of the Empire and the wars that shaped his generation. Through his eyes, the reader witnesses a world laden with the burden of past traumas and a search for meaning in an empty present. The narrative captures the protagonist's tumultuous emotions as he grapples with betrayal and the agony of unrequited love, culminating in a fateful confrontation with his mistress and a deep introspection about the nature of love and fidelity. Throughout these reflections, the themes of despair, longing, and the confusion of youth resonate, inviting readers to consider the poignant truths about love and loss in the context of societal transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Musset, Alfred de, 1810-1857 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Confession of a Child of the Century — Volume 1 |
| Note | Translation of La confession d'un enfant du siècle. |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | France -- Fiction |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3939 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 318 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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