Le conte futur

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Adam, Paul, 1862-1920

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Le conte futur" by Paul Adam is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of love, war, and social commentary, set against a backdrop of impending conflict and the struggles of the human condition. It engages with philosophical ideas, particularly the notion of universal brotherhood and the desire for peace amidst violent realities. The narrative centers around Philippe, who grapples with a profound sense of despair as he witnesses the impending marriage of his cousin Philomène to the commanding officer Chaclos. As he navigates his feelings of love and jealousy, the story unfolds against the backdrop of a military fort, plagued by the expectations of war. Philomène, a character deeply introspective and committed to her ideals, ultimately chooses love for Philippe over duty to Chaclos. Tragedy strikes when Philippe takes a stand against the violence of war, emphasizing a call for peace. His courageous act leads to his execution; however, it also triggers a profound awakening among the soldiers, culminating in a vision of a future where humanity embraces love over bloodshed, ultimately heralding a new era of unity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Carlo Traverso, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2005-05-30