The Mysteries of Paris, illustrated with etchings, Vol. 5

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Mysteries of Paris" by Eugène Sue is a serialized novel written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the social issues and criminal underworld of Paris, weaving together various characters across different strata of society. The plot focuses on the journey of Rodolph, who navigates through this complex urban landscape to uncover crimes and seek justice, as he encounters a colorful cast of figures, including the dangerous Creole woman Cecily and the morally ambiguous notary Jacques Ferrand. The opening of the book sets the stage for the unfolding drama surrounding Rodolph's investigation shortly after a murder, hinting at his intricate plot to expose criminal elements. It introduces important characters like the enigmatic Cecily, who has been brought from Germany for a specific purpose linked to Rodolph's plans. As Rodolph visits the lodge of Madame Pipelet, the gossip and turmoil within this household reflect the chaotic atmosphere of Paris, rife with intrigue and betrayal. The story begins to intertwine various narratives of power, betrayal, and recovering from personal losses, promising a rich exploration of human desires and morality against the backdrop of a bustling, often corrupt city. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Edwards, Christine Aldridge and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (Stanford University, SUL Books in the Public Domain)

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mysteries_of_Paris

Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2010-09-22