Clotilde

Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890Project Gutenberg · United StatesMar 2023

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Word count: 428K words
Chapters: 43

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Clotilde by Alphonse KarrAuthor: Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890,Language: French, Class: PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Release Date: Apr 1, 2011

Editor's review

Clotilde is a French novel by Alphonse Karr (1808–1890), prepared by Project Gutenberg as a free ebook. Karr was active in nineteenth-century French letters, and his work often carries an observant, gently satirical tone; this book belongs within the reading of the nineteenth-century French novel tradition. As a public-domain electronic text, its first value is accessibility: readers can approach a French original directly at no cost, making it suitable for French reading practice or as supplementary material for nineteenth-century French literature. Note that this edition is the French original and an early digitization, with layout and notes not necessarily suited to beginners; treat it as linguistic and literary material rather than an annotated scholarly edition. Overall, it is a minor text for readers with some French who are interested in nineteenth-century French narrative to explore on their own, its pleasure lying in the feel of the original language and the atmosphere of the period rather than in dramatic plotting.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Learners with intermediate or better French who want to practice on a French original
Readers interested in nineteenth-century French literature and the novel tradition
Teachers and students needing a free public-domain electronic text as course supplement
Readers who like exploring obscure classics on their own without a guide

Not a good fit for

General readers who cannot read French and need a Chinese translation
Researchers who expect detailed notes, an introduction, or a scholarly edition
Contemporary fiction readers who prefer strong plots and fast pacing

Reading tips

Read a chapter first to gauge the difficulty, then decide between intensive and extensive reading.
Keep a French dictionary at hand and note recurring period expressions and usages.
Read alongside other French novels of the same period to compare narrative styles.
When names and relationships get confusing, jot a simple character chart before continuing.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book in Chinese or French?

According to Project Gutenberg's catalog record, the language is French: it is the electronic text of Alphonse Karr's original work, not a Chinese translation. Some French reading ability is needed; without it, Chinese readers will find the experience quite difficult.

Why is there no detailed plot summary?

The ebook's catalog information mainly records author, language, classification, and release details, with no plot synopsis. This recommendation therefore discusses reading value only on the basis of confirmed edition and author information, without speculating about the plot; readers can browse the original to learn the content.

Is this edition suitable for French beginners?

Not really. It is an early digitized public-domain original, typically without vocabulary notes, grammar aids, or an introduction, and nineteenth-century French is hard for beginners. It is safer to reach intermediate reading ability first, then use it as extensive reading material in the original.

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About the author

Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890 Author

Alphonse Karr (1808–1890) was a French writer; his dates and works are recorded in our database, which holds eight of his titles. They span essays and fiction, including Voyage autour de mon jardin, Midi à quatorze heures, Les guêpes — séries 1 & 2, Les guêpes — séries 3 & 4, Clotilde, La Maison de l'Ogre, Bourdonnements and Geneviève. These works range widely: some are observational essays built around wandering in a garden, others are satirical sketches modeled on a swarm of wasps, and still others touch on family and personal growth. His style is brisk and witty. The common subject heading in our catalog is inspirational growth. Public information on his nationality and life is limited, so no conjecture is offered here; readers may approach these works for their observant, gently critical essayistic charm.