Noémi

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine), 1834-1924.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Noémi" by S. Baring-Gould is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the tumultuous times during the English domination of Guyenne in the 14th century, blending themes of adventure, bravery, and the complexities of human morals through its characters. The central character, Noémi, is the daughter of the infamous bandit Le Gros Guillem, and her actions and motivations reflect the struggles between loyalty, love, and the harsh realities of her world. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Jean del' Peyra, a young man who encounters Noémi as she recklessly destroys steps leading to a castle in an act of defiance. This initial interaction sets the tone for their dynamic relationship, marked by tension and shared experiences of peril. Noémi's boldness and Jean's careful nature create a contrast that carries throughout the opening portion. As the story unfolds, Noémi's desire for excitement and vengeance confronts Jean's moral indignation over her father's violent reputation. With themes of honor, rebellion, and the impact of familial legacies hinted at early on, the narrative promises a rich exploration of conflict and development among the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by sp1nd, Ernest Schaal, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No%C3%A9mi_(novel)

Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2013-12-17