Gérard de Nerval, the nom-de-plume of Gérard Labrunie, stands as one of France's most quintessential Romantic poets. As an essayist and translator, his literary contributions capture the very essence of the Romantic movement. His work embodies a distinct spirit that continues to resonate, marking him as a significant figure in French literature.
This is a novel by French writer Gérard de Nerval, telling the story of three women named Sylvie, Emilie, and Octavie. It is a beautiful and haunting work of literature that is sure to captivate readers.
Gerard de Nerval was a poet, visionary, short-story writer and autobiographer. This selection of his works includes Aurelia, the memoir of his madness; the novella of love and memory Sylvie; the hermetic sonnets of The Chimeras; as well as Nerval's experimental fictions and selections from his correspondence.