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Le Rouge et le Noir (French pronunciation: [lə ʁuʒ e l(ə) nwaʁ]; meaning The Red and the Black) is a historical psychological novel in two volumes by Stendhal, published in 1830. It chronicles the attempts of a provincial young man to rise socially beyond his modest upbringing through a combination of talent, hard work, deception, and ...
The Red and the Black is a historical psychological novel in two volumes by Stendhal, published in 1830. It chronicles the attempts of a provincial young man to rise socially beyond his modest upbringing through a combination of talent, hard work, deception, and hypocrisy.
Sep 24, 2002 · Paperback – September 24, 2002. by Stendhal (Author), Roger Gard (Editor, Translator) 4.2 512 ratings. See all formats and editions. Charts the rise and fall of an ambitious young social climber in a cruel, monarchical society. Handsome, ambitious Julien Sorel is determined to rise above his humble provincial origins.
Stendhal. The Red and the Black Full Book Summary. Previous Next. M. de Rênal, the mayor of the provincial town Verrières, hires Julien Sorel to be his children's tutor. Julien is only a carpenter's son, but dreams of following in the footsteps of his hero, Napoleon. However, in Julien's time, men gain power in the Church and not in the army.
The Red and the Black, novel by Stendhal, published in French in 1830 as Le Rouge et le noir. The novel, set in France during the Second Restoration (1815–30), is a powerful character study of Julien Sorel , an ambitious young man who uses seduction as a tool for advancement.
Full Book Analysis. Previous. The Red and the Black stands at the crossroads of eighteenth and nineteenth-century French literature. Like most romantic novelists, Stendhal treated such themes as individualism, passion, the pursuit of happiness, and intrigue.
Nov 27, 2023 · "The Red and the Black" is a lively, satirical portrayal of French society after Waterloo, riddled with corruption, greed, and ennui, and Julien-the cold exploiter whose Machiavellian campaign is undercut by his own emotions is one of the most intriguing characters in European literature.
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Overview. The Red and the Black, published in 1830 by French author Stendhal, is a novel that follows the rise and fall of its protagonist, Julien Sorel, as he navigates the social and political landscape of early 19th-century France. The novel is a Bildungsroman, or coming-of-age story, that explores themes of ambition, love, and class struggle.
Sep 24, 2002 · The Red and the Black is a lively, satirical portrayal of French society after Waterloo, riddled with corruption, greed and ennui, and Julien—the cold exploiter whose Machiavellian campaign...
