Romance
François-René de Chateaubriand's novel 'Atala' is a Romantic work that weaves together themes of love, nature, and spirituality. Set in the untamed wilderness of North America, the story follows the ill-fated romance between a Christian Native American woman, Atala, and the Frenchman Chactas. The book is marked by its lush descriptions of the natural world, as well as its exploration of the clash between European and indigenous cultures. Chateaubriand's lyrical prose and vivid imagery place 'Atala' firmly within the Romantic movement, with its emphasis on emotion, individualism, and the sublime. The novel's influence can be seen in later works by writers such as Victor Hugo and Lord Byron.
© 2023 DigiCat (Ebook): 8596547717966
Release date
Ebook: 10 November 2023
Romance
François-René de Chateaubriand's novel 'Atala' is a Romantic work that weaves together themes of love, nature, and spirituality. Set in the untamed wilderness of North America, the story follows the ill-fated romance between a Christian Native American woman, Atala, and the Frenchman Chactas. The book is marked by its lush descriptions of the natural world, as well as its exploration of the clash between European and indigenous cultures. Chateaubriand's lyrical prose and vivid imagery place 'Atala' firmly within the Romantic movement, with its emphasis on emotion, individualism, and the sublime. The novel's influence can be seen in later works by writers such as Victor Hugo and Lord Byron.
© 2023 DigiCat (Ebook): 8596547717966
Release date
Ebook: 10 November 2023
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