Lost Illusions
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Formaat
Paperback
Pagina's
656
Taal
Engels
Gepubliceerd
May 5, 2006
Uitgever
Dodo Pr
ISBN-10
1406506583
ISBN-13
9781406506587
Beschrijving
In a world where ambition clashes with reality, a young poet named Lucien Chardon embarks on a tumultuous journey through the vibrant yet ruthless society of early 19th-century France. With dreams of literary fame and success fueling his spirit, Lucien leaves behind his modest life in the countryside, blinded by the allure of Paris and the promise of artistic recognition.
As he navigates the intricacies of the Parisian literary world, his naivety becomes both a shield and a curse. Lucien finds himself ensnared in a web of deception, where beauty and talent are often overshadowed by social ambition and moral compromise. His encounters with influential figures reveal the stark and often harsh reality of the artistic life he craves, challenging his ideals and aspirations at every turn.
Friendships blossom and betrayals unfold, leading Lucien down a path of disillusionment. Each interaction shapes him, revealing the cost of ambition in a city where the line between genuine art and opportunism blurs. The glitzy facade of Parisian society begins to crumble, exposing the desperate struggles behind every shining façade.
Ultimately, Lucien's quest for recognition becomes a poignant meditation on the nature of success and the sacrifices one must make in pursuit of their dreams. He must confront the painful truths of his desires, as the illusions he once held dear give way to a harsher reality, forever altering his perception of life and artistry.
As he navigates the intricacies of the Parisian literary world, his naivety becomes both a shield and a curse. Lucien finds himself ensnared in a web of deception, where beauty and talent are often overshadowed by social ambition and moral compromise. His encounters with influential figures reveal the stark and often harsh reality of the artistic life he craves, challenging his ideals and aspirations at every turn.
Friendships blossom and betrayals unfold, leading Lucien down a path of disillusionment. Each interaction shapes him, revealing the cost of ambition in a city where the line between genuine art and opportunism blurs. The glitzy facade of Parisian society begins to crumble, exposing the desperate struggles behind every shining façade.
Ultimately, Lucien's quest for recognition becomes a poignant meditation on the nature of success and the sacrifices one must make in pursuit of their dreams. He must confront the painful truths of his desires, as the illusions he once held dear give way to a harsher reality, forever altering his perception of life and artistry.
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