Madame Chrysantheme — Volume 2 by Pierre Loti
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"Madame Chrysantheme — Volume 2" by Pierre Loti is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a semi-autobiographical exploration of the author's experiences in Japan, offering readers a glimpse into life through his interactions with Japanese society, particularly his relationship with his Japanese wife, Chrysantheme. The novel delves into themes of cultural exchange, love, and the complexities of domestic life in a foreign land. In this volume,
the narrative revolves around the lives of French naval officers and their Japanese wives, depicting the daily activities, customs, and social interactions that characterize their unique existence in Nagasaki. Loti introduces a variety of engaging characters, including fellow officers and their spouses, each showcasing different aspects of both Western and Japanese cultures. The story unfolds through whimsical interactions and observations, such as the whimsical walks with lanterns, visits to bustling bazaars, and the contrasting dynamics of marriage within these couples. Through the eyes of Loti, we gain insights into his evolving feelings toward Chrysantheme, as well as the intricate socio-cultural fabric of Japanese life, marked by humor, nostalgia, and the realization of the complexities of love and attachment in a cross-cultural setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Loti, Pierre, 1850-1923 |
|---|---|
| Title | Madame Chrysantheme — Volume 2 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madame_Chrysanth%C3%A8me_(novel) |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Japan -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3992 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03992-3 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 160 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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