Mademoiselle de Maupin by Théophile Gautier
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Gautier, Théophile, 1811-1872
French
"Mademoiselle de Maupin" by Théophile Gautier is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story explores themes of love, gender identity, and societal norms through the adventures of its central character, Madeleine de Maupin, a spirited and unconventional woman who challenges the gender roles of her time. The opening of "Mademoiselle de Maup...
uses a satirical tone to articulate his disdain for those who preach virtue while hypocritically indulging in vice. He reflects on the shifting views of morality in literature, presenting a colorful and humorous critique of journalists and their moralistic tendencies. This preface sets the stage for the story to follow, indicating that the novel will feature a protagonist who embodies a defiance of the societal expectations of femininity and virtue that Gautier finds absurd. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Paul Rivera
5 months agoI rarely write reviews but the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. A true masterpiece of its kind.
George Sanchez
4 months agoSimply put, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. I will be reading more from this author.
Carol Moore
4 months agoA fantastic discovery, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Charles Hill
5 months agoWithout a doubt, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. I learned so much from this.
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Michelle Hall
2 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. Worth every second of your time.