Her Lover by Albert Cohen
Set against the backdrop of 1930s Paris, this poignant narrative delves into the complexities of love, identity, and societal expectations. The story follows the life of a middle-aged, successful writer who becomes infatuated with a younger woman, leading to a tumultuous and introspective journey. As he grapples with his emotions, the protagonist confronts his own insecurities and the superficial nature of his social circle. Through a series of introspective reflections and interactions, the novel explores themes of desire, self-worth, and the often unspoken struggles of the human heart.
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- Published
- 1968
- Nationality
- Swiss
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 800-1000
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
- - Belle du Seigneur
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This book is on the following 8 lists:
- 5th on The 50 best French language books from 1900 to today (Le Temps)
- 8th on The 101 Favorite Novels of 'Le Monde' Readers (Le Monde)
- 8th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)
- 32nd on Le Monde's 100 Books of the Century (Le Monde)
- 38th on The Books That Built The French (TNS-Sofres/SNCF–Lire)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Fifty French Writers Choose Their Favorite 10 Books - Honourable Mention (On en garde 10 ! Pour la littérature)
- The 100 Novels That Have Most Enthralled "Le Monde" Since 1944 (Le Monde)