Toilers of the sea
The enigmatic life of gilliatt: a tale of isolation and mystery
584 pages, parution le 25/06/2023
Résumé
"Toilers of the Sea" by Victor Hugo is a novel set in the Channel Islands, focusing on the life of Gilliatt, a solitary and enigmatic figure living in the parish of St. Sampson. The narrative begins with a mysterious incident where a young woman named Déruchette writes Gilliatt's name in the snow, sparking curiosity and suspicion among the locals. Gilliatt resides in a house known as the Bû de la Rue, which was once considered haunted. His reclusive lifestyle and peculiar habits, such as playing the bagpipe at twilight and engaging in solitary fishing expeditions, contribute to his reputation as a sorcerer or a man with supernatural connections. The community's distrust is further fueled by his mysterious origins and the fact that he inherited the house from a woman whose relationship to him remains unclear. Despite his isolation, Gilliatt is depicted as a man of resourcefulness and skill, particularly in his ability to cultivate his garden and catch fish. The novel explores themes of superstition, isolation, and the human struggle against nature and societal judgment. Hugo's rich descriptions and character development paint a vivid picture of life on the islands, while also delving into the complexities of human nature and the spread of rumors and fear throughout a community.
L'auteur - Victor Hugo
Victor Hugo (1802-1885) : Poète, dramaturge et romancier, chef de file du mouvement romantique. Son génie, sa fougue et son existence tourmentée ont fait de lui une légende.
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Caractéristiques techniques
| PAPIER | |
| Éditeur(s) | Culturea |
| Auteur(s) | Victor Hugo |
| Parution | 25/06/2023 |
| Nb. de pages | 584 |
| Format | 14.8 x 21 |
| Couverture | Broché |
| Poids | 745g |
| EAN13 | 9791041807345 |
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