Le calvaire
Book • 1925
Octave Mirbeau's 'Le Calvaire' is a semi-autobiographical novel that delves into the tumultuous relationship between the protagonist, Jean Mintié, and Juliette Roux.
The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and disillusionment, depicting a destructive and obsessive affair.
Jean's idealized vision of love gradually transforms into a painful ordeal as he experiences jealousy and despair.
The novel portrays the destructive nature of passion and the psychological torment it inflicts.
Through vivid and introspective prose, Mirbeau captures the complexities of human emotions and the devastating consequences of misplaced adoration.
The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and disillusionment, depicting a destructive and obsessive affair.
Jean's idealized vision of love gradually transforms into a painful ordeal as he experiences jealousy and despair.
The novel portrays the destructive nature of passion and the psychological torment it inflicts.
Through vivid and introspective prose, Mirbeau captures the complexities of human emotions and the devastating consequences of misplaced adoration.
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