"A Cardinal Sin" by Eugène Sue is a heart-wrenching tale of a young woman named Mariette, who grapples with poverty and despair, fueled by her dream of true love and happiness as she cares for her sick godmother. The novel paints a vivid picture of the struggles faced by the lower class, using Mariette's efforts to touch on the themes of love, sacrifice, and the yearning for a brighter future. Her story begins with a letter to her beloved, Louis, expressing her devotion and life challenges, written by a public scribe facing his own internal struggles. The author hints at connections and conflicts that are to come regarding Mariette’s love story.
A Cardinal Sin
By Eugène Sue
In a world of poverty, could a young woman's desperate longing for love and happiness, amidst societal challenges, lead to unexpected consequences?
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2006-07-15
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About the AuthorMarie-Joseph "Eugène" Sue was a French novelist. He was one of several authors who popularized the genre of the serial novel in France with his very popular and widely imitated The Mysteries of Paris, which was published in a newspaper from 1842 to 1843.
Marie-Joseph "Eugène" Sue was a French novelist. He was one of several authors who popularized the genre of the serial novel in France with his very popular and widely imitated The Mysteries of Paris, which was published in a newspaper from 1842 to 1843.
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