La Bataille by Claude Farrère
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Farrère, Claude, 1876-1957
French
"La Bataille" by Claude Farrère is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the intricacies of the Russo-Japanese War, presenting a narrative that intertwines history and fiction to explore themes of honor, tradition, and cultural clash through its characters, including the Japanese marquis Yorisaka and the French painter Je...
Japan, where he is to paint a portrait of the marquise. The contrast between traditional Japanese elements and Western influences is immediately evident as Felze navigates the beautifully decorated but Europeanized home. As he interacts with the marquise, questions of identity and cultural change arise, highlighting the societal shifts occurring during this period. The initial scenes set the tone for a complex exploration of personal and national identities against the backdrop of a world at war, promising a blend of philosophical dialogue and vivid cultural observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Steven Lopez
2 months agoI have to admit, the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. Simply brilliant.
Joshua Torres
4 months agoBelieve the hype, the author clearly understands the subject matter in depth. I appreciate the effort put into this.
Linda Harris
1 month agoI had low expectations initially, however the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. It was exactly what I needed right now.
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Patricia Johnson
3 months agoI’ve been searching for content like this and the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. I will be reading more from this author.