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Set against the backdrop of the French countryside, the novel follows young American John Forsythe as he immerses himself in the sophisticated yet troubled world of the de Quesnay family. Initially captivated by their elegance, John soon discovers the manipulative nature of matriarch Madame de Quesnay and the deep unhappiness of her children. The story delves into themes of family dynamics, cultural adaptation, and the quest for happiness, all vividly portrayed through Tarkington's elegant prose.
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The Guest of Quesnay, Tarkington Booth
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- Released
- 2005
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- Title
- The Guest of Quesnay
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Tarkington Booth
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9781417904174
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the French countryside, the novel follows young American John Forsythe as he immerses himself in the sophisticated yet troubled world of the de Quesnay family. Initially captivated by their elegance, John soon discovers the manipulative nature of matriarch Madame de Quesnay and the deep unhappiness of her children. The story delves into themes of family dynamics, cultural adaptation, and the quest for happiness, all vividly portrayed through Tarkington's elegant prose.