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Set in fin-de-siècle Paris, a teenage girl named Gigi faces the pressures of becoming a high-class courtesan, following in the footsteps of her family. As her relatives groom her for this life, Gigi's timid nature suggests she may desire a different future. Colette's novella explores themes of exploitation and resistance, offering a nuanced perspective on societal expectations. This edition also includes the delightful short story "The Cat," enhancing the exploration of feminine identity and autonomy.
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- Title
- Gigi
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Colette
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Released
- 2025
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780241574713
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Love, Classics, France, Erotica, 20th century, Stories, French Literature
- Rating
- 3.45 out of 5
- Description
- Set in fin-de-siècle Paris, a teenage girl named Gigi faces the pressures of becoming a high-class courtesan, following in the footsteps of her family. As her relatives groom her for this life, Gigi's timid nature suggests she may desire a different future. Colette's novella explores themes of exploitation and resistance, offering a nuanced perspective on societal expectations. This edition also includes the delightful short story "The Cat," enhancing the exploration of feminine identity and autonomy.