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Little Pierre
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781434485090
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Aug 9 2024
Pages: 300
Weight: 1.34
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Little Pierre (original title: Le Petit Pierre) is an autobiographical novel by Anatole France, published in 1918. The book provides a nostalgic and reflective look at France's own childhood, capturing the innocence and wonder of youth through the eyes of its young protagonist, Pierre Nozière.
The novel is a series of vignettes and episodes from Pierre's early life, depicting his experiences growing up in a middle-class family in 19th-century France. Through Pierre's adventures and interactions with family members, friends, and the world around him, France explores themes of curiosity, imagination, and the transition from childhood innocence to the complexities of adult life.
Little Pierre is noted for its lyrical prose and the warmth with which France recalls his memories. The book offers insights into the author's formative years, reflecting his keen observation of human nature and his ability to find beauty and meaning in everyday experiences. It stands as a tribute to the joys and challenges of childhood, enriched by France's characteristic wit and wisdom.
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