Madame Corentine (1893)

Madame Corentine is a novel written by French author Rene Bazin in 1893. The story follows the life of a young woman named Corentine who lives in a rural village in Brittany. Corentine is a hardworking and virtuous woman who is respected by her community for her honesty and integrity. However, her life takes a turn when she falls in love with a wealthy landowner named Jean-Marie Le Perthuis des Vauds. Despite the difference in their social status, the two begin a secret affair that leads to Corentine becoming pregnant.As the story unfolds, Corentine faces a series of challenges as she tries to navigate the complexities of her relationship with Jean-Marie and the social expectations of her community. She is forced to make difficult decisions and confront the harsh realities of life as an unwed mother in a conservative society.Madame Corentine is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of love, class, and social norms. Bazin's vivid descriptions of rural life in Brittany and his nuanced portrayal of the characters make this a compelling read for anyone interested in French literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.