Hyacinthe by Alfred Assollant
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Assollant, Alfred, 1827-1886
French
"Hyacinthe" by Alfred Assollant is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a marriage contract negotiation between two notable families in the fictional town of Creux-de-Pile, focusing on the beautiful Hyacinthe Forestier and her suitor, Michel Bernard. Here, themes of love, social class, familial duty, and the antics of...
"Hyacinthe" introduces us to the bustling conversation of two notaries, Maître Bouchardy and Maître Saumonet, as they prepare to finalize a marriage contract that is vitally important for their respective families. Through the eyes of Trapoiseau, Bouchardy's astute clerk, we learn about Hyacinthe, the charming daughter of a wealthy politician, and the complications surrounding her proposed marriage to the affluent Michel. The conversation touches on themes of wealth, familial expectations, and social hierarchies, setting up a humorous tone as each character navigates their interests and personal motivations in the face of impending nuptials. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Lucas Johnson
3 weeks agoAt first glance, the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
Sarah Campbell
5 months agoGiven the topic, the balance between theory and practice is exceptionally well done. Time very well spent.
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Elijah Green
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