The Famous Whore (1868)
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ISBN10: 1167165160
ISBN13: 9781167165160
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781167165160
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Famous Whore is a novel written by Frederic Ouvry and first published in 1868. The story is set in Paris during the 18th century and follows the life of a young woman named Marie, who is forced into prostitution at a young age. Despite her circumstances, Marie is determined to rise above her station and become one of the most sought-after courtesans in the city, known for her beauty, wit, and charm.As Marie navigates the dangerous and often treacherous world of high society, she must contend with jealous rivals, scheming politicians, and the constant threat of scandal. Along the way, she forms alliances with powerful men who are drawn to her intelligence and charisma, including a wealthy banker and a prominent politician.But as Marie's star rises, she begins to realize that her success has come at a great cost. She is haunted by the memories of her past and must confront the painful truth about her own role in the exploitation of women like herself.The Famous Whore is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of power, sexuality, and the complex relationships between men and women in a society that values wealth and status above all else. Through Marie's story, Ouvry offers a searing critique of the hypocrisy and corruption that pervades the upper echelons of French society, while also celebrating the resilience and determination of those who refuse to be defined by their circumstances.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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