The Immortals: Masterpieces of Fiction, Crowned by the French Academy - Complete

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

The French Immortals Series - Complete

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Immortals: Masterpieces of Fiction, Crowned by the French Academy" is a collection of notable literary works edited by Gaston Boissier, published in the early 20th century. This anthology seeks to present readers with a selection of acclaimed French novels that have achieved enduring significance and esteem, as recognized by the French Academy. The book captures essential themes of human experience through the lens of 19th-century French society, with a variety of rich characters, dramatic settings, and intricate emotional conflicts. The opening portion introduces the mammoth project of curating significant French romances, beginning with "Serge Panine" by Georges Ohnet. It sets the stage for the life of Madame Desvarennes, a formidable businesswoman who has risen to great success, alongside her struggles with personal sorrow stemming from her childlessness. As the narrative unfolds, it unveils her profound desire for motherhood, which she strives to fulfill through her adopted daughter, Jeanne. The dynamics become increasingly complicated as familial and romantic tensions arise, particularly with Pierre, a close friend of the family, who has recently returned from a long absence in Africa. This initial setup promises a blend of personal ambition, emotional depth, and societal exploration that characterizes the French literary canon, inviting readers to delve into the complexities of love, ambition, and social class. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

An Attic Philosopher by E. Souvestre

Madame Chrysantheme by Pierre Loti

Conscience by Hector Malot

Gerfaut by Charles de Bernard

Fromont and Risler by Alphonse Daudet

The Ink-Stain by Rene Bazin

Jacqueline by Th. Bentzon (Mme. Blanc)

Cosmopolis by Paul Bourget

A Romance of Youth by Francois Coppee

L'Abbe Constantin by Ludovic Halevy

Cinq Mars by Alfred de Vigny

Monsieur de Camors by Octave Feuillet

Child of The Century Alfred de Musset

A Woodland Queen by Andre Theuriet

Zebiline by Phillipe de Masa

Prince Zilah by Jules Claretie

Monsieur, Madame and Bebe by Gustave Droz

The Red Lily by Anatole France

Serge Panine by Georges Ohnet.

Credits:

David Widger Updated: 2022-12-17.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-10-30