Clotilde Martory by Hector Malot
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Malot, Hector, 1830-1907
French
"Clotilde Martory" by Hector Malot is a novel written during the mid-19th century. The story centers around its titular character, Clotilde, and unfolds the experiences of a young officer, Captain de Saint-Nérée, who has returned to France after six years in Algeria. The narrative delves into themes of love, societal expectations, and personal desi...
the start of the novel, the protagonist arrives in Marseille, relishing the civilized life after years of military duty in Algeria. He reflects on the stark contrasts between his past experiences and the joys of civilization, particularly focusing on the captivating beauty of women he encounters, including a mysterious young girl at a ball, Clotilde. The opening captures the protagonist's somewhat frivolous yet earnest pursuit of love as he becomes infatuated with Clotilde, culminating in a spontaneous decision to follow her to Cassis after a brief encounter at the ball. Through lively descriptions and inner monologues, the narrative introduces the complexities of his emotions and foreshadows the challenges that may arise in his pursuit of this young woman. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Christopher Young
3 months agoI went into this with no expectations and the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. It exceeded all my expectations.
Patricia Carter
1 week agoReading this felt refreshing because the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.
Kevin Torres
3 months agoBelieve the hype, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
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Thomas Green
2 months agoHonestly, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.