Theophile Gautier / Frederick C. Sumichrast
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of 17th-century France with Théophile Gautier’s masterful historical novel, 'Captain Fracasse.' This edition, part of Gautier’s collected works, presents the captivating tale in two parts, translated and introduced by Frederick C. de Sumichrast. Follow the adventures of Baron de Sigognac, a young nobleman who abandons his crumbling estate to join a traveling troupe of actors. Assuming the persona of Captain Fracasse, he navigates the dangers and delights of the theatrical life, encountering romance, intrigue, and swashbuckling escapades along the way. Gautier’s rich prose and vivid descriptions bring to life the era’s costumes, customs, and characters, offering readers a delightful journey into the past. Experience the charm and excitement of this classic work, a testament to Gautier’s enduring literary legacy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
