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Nouvelles Genevoises
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781024708264
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 520
Weight: 1.59
Height: 1.05 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Nouvelles Genevoises presents a collection of short stories by Rodolphe Töpffer, with an insightful introduction by Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve. These stories offer a glimpse into 19th-century Genevan society, exploring themes of love, family, and social life with Töpffer's characteristic wit and keen observation. The collaboration with Sainte-Beuve adds literary depth, making this collection a valuable contribution to French-language literature.
These Nouvelles Genevoises capture the essence of a bygone era. The inclusion of stories such as Rosa et Gertrude further exemplifies Töpffer's skill in portraying human relationships within a specific cultural context. This edition preserves the charm and literary merit of the original work, appealing to readers interested in Swiss history, French literature, and the art of the short story.
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