Madame de Lafayette

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The Princess of Cleves

Beschreibung

The Princess of Cleves by Madame de Lafayette is a classic French novel set in the 16th-century royal court, renowned for its intricate exploration of court intrigue and the complexities of human emotions. The story centers around a love triangle involving the virtuous Princess of Cleves, her honorable husband, and a captivating nobleman with whom she shares a forbidden love. As the characters navigate the treacherous waters of romance and duty, the novel delves into themes of morality, honor, and the sacrifices required to maintain virtue. The richly detailed setting of the French nobility provides a backdrop for the psychological drama that unfolds, highlighting the tension between personal desires and societal expectations. With its focus on secrets, forbidden love, and the strict codes of behavior at the royal court, The Princess of Cleves remains a compelling study of love, honor, and the human condition.

Autor

Madame de Lafayette, born Marie-Madeleine Pioche de La Vergne in 1634, was a pioneering French writer best known for her groundbreaking work The Princess of Cleves, often hailed as one of the first psychological novels in Western literature. Born into a family of minor nobility in Paris, she received an exceptional education for a woman of her time, which included exposure to classical literature, history, and the intellectual salons of Paris. This background significantly influenced her writing, which combined a deep understanding of human emotions with a keen insight into the social and political intricacies of her era. Madame de Lafayette's work is marked by its subtle analysis of the complexities of love, duty, and morality, particularly within the rigid structures of 17th-century French society. Her portrayal of women as intelligent, morally complex individuals was innovative and reflected her nuanced view of the human condition. The Princess of Cleves (1678), her most famous work, remains a cornerstone of French literature, celebrated for its sophisticated narrative and psychological depth. Lafayette's influence extends beyond her own writings, as she helped shape the development of the modern novel, blending historical events with fictional narratives to explore the inner lives of her characters.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 124
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. September 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 167g
• ISBN-13: 9789367142462
• ISBN-10: 9367142463
• Artikelnr.: 73243416