Excerpt from The Devil's Pool
Forgive these reflections of mine, kind reader, and let them stand as a preface, for there will be no other to the little storyi am going to relate to you. My tale is to be so short and so simple, that I felt obliged to make you my apologies for it beforehand, by telling you what I think of the literature of terror.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a narrative surrounding the life, family, and work of a French peasant living in the 1800s. The author explores the historical realities of rural laborers, their social and financial difficulties, and the significance of their contribution to society. The text touches on the disparity between the lives of landowners and those who work their lands, exposing a class divide where the appreciation of the land's beauty and the fruits of one's labor are starkly contrasted with the harsh realities of grueling work and meager compensation. The narrative delves into the protagonist's inner life, exploring his emotional struggles and the personal sacrifices he makes for his family. It examines how the death of his wife left a void, and the difficulty of considering remarriage to provide a mother for his children. The book offers a deep dive into the complexities of rural life, the hardships, and the rewards, through an accessible and engaging exploration of a peasant farmer's existence. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259002383_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780259002383
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780259002383
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