The Dream by Émile Zola
Set in a quaint French town, the story follows the life of Angélique, a young orphan raised by a kind-hearted couple who work as embroiderers for the local church. Angélique's life is steeped in religious devotion and dreams of a fairy-tale romance, fueled by the stories of saints and martyrs she reads. Her dreams seem to come true when she falls in love with Félicien, a nobleman whose lineage is intertwined with the church's history. However, their love faces challenges from societal norms and familial expectations, leading to a poignant exploration of faith, love, and destiny.
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- Published
- 1888
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- French
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- The Dream
- The Reverie
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