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The Story Of Manon Lescaut And The Chevalier Des Grieux (1886)

The Story Of Manon Lescaut And The Chevalier Des Grieux (1886)

Arthur W. Gundry / Arthur WGundry / M. Prevost / MPrevost

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781160259378
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''The Story of Manon Lescaut and the Chevalier des Grieux'' is a novel written by Arthur W. Gundry in 1886. The book tells the tragic love story of Manon Lescaut and the Chevalier des Grieux, two young lovers who are torn apart by society’s expectations and their own personal flaws. Manon is a beautiful but selfish woman who is driven by her desire for luxury and pleasure, while des Grieux is a noble and honorable young man who falls deeply in love with her. Despite their different backgrounds and personalities, the two become inseparable and embark on a tumultuous journey filled with passion, betrayal, and heartbreak. As their love affair unfolds, they are faced with numerous obstacles, including Manon’s greed, des Grieux’s naivety, and the disapproval of their families and society. Ultimately, their love proves to be their downfall, leading to a tragic ending that leaves both characters broken and alone. Gundry’s novel is a classic tale of romantic love and the destructive power of societal expectations, and it remains a beloved work of literature to this day.This Book Is In English.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.

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