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"White Lies" by Charles Reade, written in the late 19th century, examines themes of nobility, loss, and the shifting social structures following political upheaval in France. The novel follows the family of the late Baron de Beaurepaire, focusing on his widow and daughters, Josephine and Rose, as they navigate their changed circumstances in the wake of the French Revolution. At the beginning, the family is introduced as part of the French aristocracy, once wealthy and esteemed, but now struggling with financial ruin and the loss of their social status due to the political turmoil. The baroness...
"White Lies" by Charles Reade, written in the late 19th century, examines themes of nobility, loss, and the shifting social structures following political upheaval in France. The novel follows the family of the late Baron de Beaurepaire, focusing on his widow and daughters, Josephine and Rose, as they navigate their changed circumstances in the wake of the French Revolution. At the beginning, the family is introduced as part of the French aristocracy, once wealthy and esteemed, but now struggling with financial ruin and the loss of their social status due to the political turmoil. The baroness and her daughters must face their new reality while maintaining their dignity, with the help of their family friend, Dr. Aubertin. As the story progresses, the sisters encounter Edouard Riviere, a young official whose interest in them begins to complicate their lives. The novel explores the tensions between social class and personal ambition, as well as the emotional challenges that arise when the trappings of nobility are stripped away. Through the characters' interactions and struggles, the narrative offers a poignant reflection on honor, love, and the impact of societal change on individual lives.
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