Les tendres ménages
Résumé
"Les tendres ménages" by Paul Jean Toulet is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complexities of marital relationships as it follows the lives of a young couple, M. de Mariolles and his wife Sylvère, against the backdrop of picturesque settings in the French Pyrenees and later in Biarritz. The narrative hints at themes of love, jealousy, and the nuances of social interactions among the characters. The opening of the story introduces us to Sylvère Noël de Ribes and her new husband, M. de Mariolles, as they settle into their life together after their recent wedding. The couple's first night is marked by a mix of excitement and uncertainty as they navigate their new roles and expectations within their marriage. Sylvère reflects on her roots and her affections for her new home, while hints of her husband's past with other women surface. Their dynamic sets the stage for the unfolding exploration of their relationship and the influence of outside characters, with a vivid portrayal of their surroundings and the weight of social conventions adding depth to their experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Infos complémentaires
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Langue :français
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Importance matérielle : 1 online resource
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Importance matérielle : multiple file formats
Informations sur l'édition :
Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Release date is 2005-05-11
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