La fabrique de mariages, Vol. 4 by Paul Féval

"La fabrique de mariages, Vol. 4" by Paul Féval is a fictional work written in the mid-19th century." This novel delves into the intricate and often murky world of marriage arrangements and social entanglements in Parisian society. Central to the story are characters like the baron du Tresnoy and the enigmatic marquise de Sainte-Croix, whose lives weave together amid themes of intrigue, deception, and the pursuit of justice. "The opening of the book introduces us to a conversation between Madame du Tresnoy and a vicomtesse, setting the tone for a tale steeped in suspense." Madame du Tresnoy recounts her husband's obsession with unraveling a mystery surrounding the marquise de Sainte-Croix, hinting at connections to gambling and clandestine activities. Through their discussion, we learn about the baron’s intense dedication to uncovering the truth, while the presence of threatening figures adds a layer of tension. As the story unfolds, the characters' motivations and a looming confrontation against the societal norms of their time emerge, promising an engaging exploration of love, betrayal, and resolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Féval, Paul, 1817-1887
Title La fabrique de mariages, Vol. 4
Credits Produced by Claudine Corbasson and the Online Distributed
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Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). 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. 57607
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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