Madame Corentine (1893)

Madame Corentine is a novel written by French author Rene Bazin and first published in 1893. The story is set in a small village in Brittany, France, and follows the life of the title character, Madame Corentine, a hardworking and devoted mother of six children. She is married to a lazy and abusive man, but she manages to keep her family together through her unwavering love and dedication.The novel explores the themes of poverty, family, and sacrifice. Madame Corentine struggles to provide for her family and keep them safe, while also dealing with the hardships of living in a patriarchal society. She is a strong and determined woman who faces many challenges but never gives up on her family.The book is written in a simple and straightforward style, with vivid descriptions of the Breton countryside and its people. It is a touching and heartwarming story that celebrates the strength of the human spirit and the power of love and family. Madame Corentine is a classic of French literature and a timeless tale of resilience and hope.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.