The Lost Estate (Le Grand Meaulnes) (Penguin Classics)
In The Lost Estate, a young man's encounter at a mysterious country estate ignites a lifelong quest for lost love and an enchanted domain. Henri Alain-Fournier's evocative narrative blends romance, adventure, and introspection, capturing the fleeting beauty of youth and the ache of unfulfilled dreams in a richly imagined rural France.
About This Book
The Lost Estate, originally titled Le Grand Meaulnes, is a poignant French novel by Henri Alain-Fournier, evoking the magic and melancholy of adolescence.
Published in 1913, it explores themes of love, loss, and the pursuit of an unattainable paradise through a narrative steeped in poetic realism.
As a cornerstone of early 20th-century literature, the book draws on the author's own experiences to create a world where reality and fantasy intertwine.
This Penguin Classics edition presents the story in an accessible translation, preserving its lyrical prose and emotional depth for modern readers.
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