Raphael; Or, Pages of the Book of Life at Twenty
An Introspective Journey of Youth, Love, and Self-Discovery in Romantic LiteratureBy Alphonse de Lamartine
Length6h 41m
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In "Raphael; Or, Pages of the Book of Life at Twenty," Alphonse de Lamartine crafts a poignant exploration of youth, love, and existential reflection, framed within the lyrical prose characteristic of the Romantic era. This semi-autobiographical novel unfolds through the thoughts and experiences of its protagonist, Raphael, who grapples with the complexities of passion, art, and the fleeting nature of life. Lamartine's vivid descriptions and philosophical musings elevate the narrative, inviting readers to contemplate the intersection of beauty and melancholy in the human experience, reflective of the broader Romantic preoccupation with emotion and nature. Alphonse de Lamartine, a prominent French poet, and statesman, was deeply influenced by his own youthful experiences and intellectual pursuits. His engagement with politics, social reforms, and Romantic ideals informed his literary creations, positioning him as a vital figure in 19th-century French literature. The novel serves as a canvas for Lamartine'Äôs introspection, revealing the vulnerabilities and aspirations of a generation caught between tradition and the transformative forces of modernity. For readers seeking a profound meditation on youth and identity, Lamartine's "Raphael" offers an exquisite balance of lyrical beauty and philosophical depth. It is a timeless tale that resonates with the struggles of self-discovery and the fervent desires that shape our lives, making it an essential read for those enamored with Romantic literature.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length6 hrs 41 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 16, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1SOCIÉTÉ DES BEAUX-ARTS PARIS, LONDON AND NEW YORK
26XXI.
2INTRODUCTION
27XXII.
3LAMARTINE AND HIS WRITINGS
28XXIII.
4ILLUSTRATIONS:
29XXIV.
5PROLOGUE
30XXV.
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6I.
31XXVI.
7II.
32XXVII.
8III.
33XXVIII.
9IV.
34XXIX.
10V.
35XXX.
11VI.
36XXXI.
12VII.
37XXXII.
13VIII.
38XXXIII.
14IX.
39XXXIV.
15X.
40XXXV.
16XI.
41XXXVI.
17XII.
42XXXVII.
18XIII.
43XXXVIII.
19XIV.
44XXXIX.
20XV.
45XL.
21XVI.
46XLI.
22XVII.
47XLII.
23XVIII.
48XLIII.
24XIX.
49XLIV.
25XX.
50XLV.
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