Rêverie de Nouvel An

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Colette, 1873-1954

Contributor:

Sauvage, Marcel, 1895-1988

Créixams, Pere, 1893-1965

Series:

Les Contemporains, oeuvres et portraits du XXe siècle. [8]

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Rêverie de Nouvel An" by Colette is a collection of reflective essays written in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates Colette's intimate musings on the passing of time, nature, and the human experience, particularly as they pertain to the New Year. Through her unique lens, Colette explores themes of nostalgia, solitude, and the interplay between memory and the present moment. In "Rêverie de Nouvel An," Colette opens with a vivid portrayal of the delights and tranquility of a snowy Parisian winter, where she finds herself enveloped in memories of childhood and the traditional significance of New Year's Day. As the narrative unfolds, she weaves experiences of joy and warmth shared with her beloved dogs, juxtaposed against her contemplations of solitude and the relentless passage of time. The essays reflect her keen observations of nature's beauty while also delving into the emotional depths of her own life, marked by the transformative power of change and the acceptance of aging. Ultimately, Colette's prose captures a delicate balance between loss and hope, making her reflections resonate profoundly with readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Colette

Rêverie de nouvel an

Malade

Dimanche

Répit

J'ai chaud

Convalescence.

Credits:

Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2020-09-07