Bourdonnements by Alphonse Karr

(4 User reviews)   1068
By Amy Alvarez Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Fairy Tales
Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890 Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890
French
"Bourdonnements" by Alphonse Karr is a social commentary written in the late 19th century. The book examines societal norms and behaviors, particularly with regard to gender and modesty during the era. Through observational wit, Karr delves into the contrasting notions of modesty among women in different environments, showcasing the tensions betwee...
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during his time in Paris and at coastal locations like Étretat. He contrasts the strict and concealed bathing practices of women in Paris with the more relaxed and mixed bathing customs at the seaside, providing a humorous and critical perspective on societal norms regarding women's attire and behavior in public. Karr also touches on broader themes of social justice and political critique, indicating his intention to explore and challenge the societal constructs that confine women and men alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Ethan Allen
5 months ago

This stood out immediately because the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.

John Thompson
5 months ago

I discovered this unexpectedly and the material feels polished and professionally edited. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.

Andrew Robinson
3 months ago

I decided to give this a chance and the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. Highly recommended for everyone.

Kimberly Torres
3 months ago

This came highly recommended and the content strikes a great balance between detail and readability. Worth every second of your time.

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4.5 out of 5 (4 User reviews )

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