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Pierre Choderlos de Laclos
ISBN 9780140449570
Rs. 798
Penguin Classics
Dangerous Liaisons
Who it's for: Readers of classic French literature and psychological dramas
Set just before the French Revolution, Laclos’s novel delves into the dark world of aristocratic decadence through the manipulative games of Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont. These ex-lovers engage in a sophisticated seduction plot, targeting an innocent convent girl and a virtuous married woman, only to find their actions leading to unforeseen and deadly consequences. Why You Should Read? Explores themes of moral depravity and the consequences of manipulation. Offers a compelling portrayal of a decadent society on the brink of change. Features a timeless narrative that remains relevant and thought-provoking. Part of Penguin Classics, ensuring an authoritative and well-annotated edition.
Highlights
- Epistolary format: story told through letters
- Set in pre-revolutionary French aristocracy
- Centers on manipulative ex-lovers Merteuil and Valmont
- Targets an innocent convent girl and a virtuous married woman
- Penguin Classics edition, authoritative and annotated
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What is the format of the novel?
It is an epistolary novel, meaning it is composed of letters exchanged between characters.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are the Marquise de Merteuil and the Vicomte de Valmont, former lovers who engage in manipulative games.
What is the setting of the book?
The novel is set just before the French Revolution, depicting the decadent world of the aristocracy.
What are the central themes?
The novel explores moral depravity, the consequences of manipulation, and the decadence of aristocratic society.
Is this a well-annotated edition?
Yes, it is part of the Penguin Classics series, which ensures an authoritative and well-annotated edition.