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Paul Bourget
La Duchesse Bleue
(1935)
252 pages
Paris Librairie Plon
(170x120x15)mm
Weight: 165grs

In his work La duchesse bleue, Paul Bourget explores the themes of fallen nobility, tragic love and obsession. Through meticulous writing and a melancholic atmosphere, Bourget offers readers a deep analysis of 19th century French society. His refined style and subtle dialogues illuminate the complex psychology of the characters, creating a captivating and moving novel. La duchesse bleue is part of the tradition of French psychological novels of the time, while bringing a personal and original touch. Paul Bourget, a renowned writer of the Belle Époque, finds his inspiration in the torments of the human soul and the social conventions of his time. Having been closely associated with Parisian literary circles, Bourget brings a psychological and sociological depth to his novels, of which La duchesse bleue is a shining example. I highly recommend La duchesse bleue to readers interested in classic French psychological novels, as well as to those who appreciate elegant prose and a subtle exploration of human emotions. This novel by Paul Bourget will captivate and move lovers of refined literature.