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The Princess of Clèves by Madame de La Fayette (Book Analysis)
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The Princess of Clèves by Madame de La Fayette (Book Analysis)
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ISBN-13: 9782806296887
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<b>Unlock the more straightforward side of <i>The Princess of Clèves</i> with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!</b><br><b><br></b>This engaging summary presents an analysis of <i>The Princess of Clèves</i> by Madame de La Fayette, a psychological novel which examines the questions of duty, fidelity and passion in marriage. The Princess of Clèves is a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage, who falls in love with a dashing duke. However, her sense of duty prevents her from ever realising this passion, and the novel charts her struggle with herself to stay true to her husband. <i>The Princess of Clèves</i> is widely regarded as one of the classics of French literature, as well as being one of the first modern psychological novels. Despite that, it was published anonymously, as Madame de La Fayette, being a woman and an aristocrat, did not want to be credited with the writing of a novel. However, La Fayette was greatly involved in the world of literature, frequenting the literary salons of the time and acquainted with the works of many great writers. She died in 1693.<br><br>Find out everything you need to know about <i>The Princess of Clèves</i> in a fraction of the time!<br><i><b><br>This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:</b></i><br>•A complete plot summary<br>•Character studies<br>•Key themes and symbols<br>•Questions for further reflection<br><br><i>Why choose BrightSummaries.com?</i><br>Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.<br><br><b>See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!</b><br>
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