Jules Sandeau / William Robson
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
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Librería Elías (Asturias)
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Librería Kolima (Madrid)
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Catherine: A Village Tale is a novel written by French author Jules Sandeau and first published in 1860. The story is set in a small village in France and follows the life of Catherine, a young woman who lives with her parents and siblings. Catherine is known for her beauty and kind heart, and she attracts the attention of several men in the village, including the wealthy landowner, Monsieur de Saint-Remy, and the handsome but poor farmer, Jean. As Catherine navigates the complexities of village life and the expectations placed upon her by her family and society, she must also contend with her own desires and dreams. Her relationships with both Monsieur de Saint-Remy and Jean are complicated by their differing social statuses and the expectations placed upon them by their families. Throughout the novel, Sandeau explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations, and Catherine’s journey serves as a commentary on the limitations placed upon women in 19th-century France. The novel is considered a classic of French literature and is known for its vivid portrayal of rural life and its nuanced exploration of human relationships.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
