L'enfant prodigue du Vésinet : roman by Tristan Bernard
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Bernard, Tristan, 1866-1947
French
"L'enfant prodigue du Vésinet" by Tristan Bernard is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Robert Nordement, a young man navigating family expectations and his search for independence after the war. As he grapples with societal pressures, he seeks to escape a predetermined life, particularly a marriage to an unappeali...
introduces us to a group of men who commute daily to the Vésinet for leisure, among them Robert and his father, Aristide Nordement. Robert feels isolated within his family, struggling with the recent loss of his friend and the expectations placed upon him. As he contemplates his future and his parents' ambitions for him, he tries to assert his independence, resulting in plans to escape to Brittany. However, he finds himself forced into a new role as a tutor to the eccentric Orega family, where he encounters a world of emotional complexity involving young Esteban Orega. The narrative sets the stage for Robert's journey of self-discovery amid familial pressure and societal obligations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Michelle Gonzalez
2 months agoI picked this up late one night and it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Absolutely essential reading.
Anthony Moore
3 months agoI came across this while researching and the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. Don't hesitate to download this.
Ashley Martin
2 days agoI have to admit, the author clearly understands the subject matter in depth. Well worth recommending.
Elijah Rivera
3 months agoI downloaded this out of curiosity and the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. It exceeded all my expectations.
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Paul Smith
1 month agoAs someone who reads a lot, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. This sets a high standard for similar books.