La survivante by Jean Balde
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Balde, Jean, 1885-1938
French
"La survivante" by Jean Balde is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores themes of memory, loss, and artistic legacy through its central character, Élisabeth, a young widow mourning her deceased painter husband, Georges Borderie. As Élisabeth navigates the complexities of grief, family dynamics, and societal expectations, ...
a monument for war dead is being inaugurated in the commune of Rébédèche, and the narrative sets a vivid scene of small-town life and the local characters involved in the controversy surrounding the monument's construction. As the community engages in debates about honor and remembrance, Élisabeth reflects on her intimate loss and the lingering presence of Georges in her heart. The opening chapters introduce her unease within her family dynamics, particularly with her domineering mother-in-law, and her desire to honor her husband's artistic legacy by reconsidering his work. Élisabeth's journey hints at her struggle to rebuild her life while confronting societal pressures and her own expectations for the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Kevin Scott
2 months agoHaving explored similar works, the examples used throughout the text are practical and relevant. Absolutely essential reading.
Melissa Wright
5 months agoI nedeed a solid reference and the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
Robert Jones
4 months agoIt’s rare that I write reviews, but the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. Thanks for making this available.
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Mason Rivera
5 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. It was exactly what I needed right now.