Little Fadette by George Sand
The Little Country Girl
The novel centers around a young peasant named François, who falls in love with Fadette, a girl shunned by their village due to her family's reputation and her unconventional behavior. Despite the social stigma and opposition from his family, particularly his twin brother with whom he shares a deep bond, François pursues a relationship with Fadette. Throughout the story, Fadette's intelligence, kindness, and integrity shine through, challenging the prejudices of the rural community. The narrative explores themes of love, individuality, and the struggle against societal norms, ultimately culminating in a tale of personal growth, acceptance, and the transformative power of love.
The 7371st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1849
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Words
- 40,000
- Original Language
- French
- Alternate Titles
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- Fadette
- The Devil's Pool
- Françoise le Champi
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- 443rd on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)