Ramuntcho (1903)

Ramuntcho is a novel written by French author Pierre Loti and published in 1903. The story is set in the Basque country of France and follows the life of a young man named Ramuntcho. Ramuntcho is a shepherd who falls in love with a beautiful girl named Gracieuse, but their relationship is complicated by their different social classes and the disapproval of Gracieuse's family.The novel explores themes of love, class, tradition, and the clash between modernity and tradition. It also provides a vivid depiction of the Basque culture and way of life, including their traditional dances, music, and customs.Loti's writing style is poetic and evocative, painting a rich and detailed picture of the Basque country and its people. Ramuntcho is a timeless classic that continues to be celebrated for its beautiful prose and its portrayal of a unique and fascinating 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.