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Frédérique, vol. 1

By Paul de Kock

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst witty banter and philosophical musings at a lively dinner party, a man's candid reflections on love hint at deeper emotional layers and past romantic entanglements.

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2011-12-17
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Summary

"Frédérique, vol. 1" by Paul de Kock, is a 19th-century novel that begins with a vibrant dinner party where Parisian gentlemen exchange views on love, loyalty, and the challenges of relationships with women. The story centers on Charles Rochebrune, who shares his opinions on love and reflects on his past romantic escapades during a dinner gathering filled with witty banter and philosophical discussions. As the men discuss their conquests and misfortunes in love, Rochebrune’s character is revealed through his experiences, suggesting themes of romantic love, personal reflections, and societal norms. The scene is set for a story of love, infidelity, and societal criticism among the Parisian elite.

About the Author

Charles Paul de Kock was a French novelist. Although one of the most popular writers of his day in terms of book sales, he acquired a literary reputation for low-brow output in poor taste. In 2021 Brad Bigelow wrote: "Today, if we set aside over-priced print on demand reprints of his ancient editions, the works of Paul de Kock haven't seen a new English edition in at least a century."

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