Adolphe by Benjamin Constant
"Adolphe" is a semi-autobiographical novel that tells the story of a young man, Adolphe, who falls in love with an older woman, Ellénore. The novel explores the complexities and consequences of their illicit love affair, as Adolphe struggles with his feelings and societal expectations. The story delves into themes of love, power, freedom, and the individual versus society, offering a profound psychological and moral insight into human nature.
The 1017th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1816
- Nationality
- Swiss
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 100-200
- Words
- 23,000
- Original Language
- French
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This book is on the following lists:
- 64th on Pour une Bibliothèque Idéale (Raymond Queneau)
- Finest Works of Fiction (Martin Seymour-Smith and Editors)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)
- Landmarks of World Literature (Cambridge University)