La chartreuse de Parme
About this book
Headstrong and naive, the young Italian aristocrat Fabrizio del Dongo is determined to defy the wrath of his right-wing father and go to war to fight for Napoleon. He stumbles on the Battle of Waterloo, ill-prepared, yet filled with enthusiasm for war and glory. Finally heeding advice, Fabrizio sneaks back to Milan, only to become embroiled in a series of amorous exploits, fuelled by his impetuous nature and the political chicanery of his aunt Gina and her wily lover. Judged by Balzac to be the most important French novel of its time, *The Charterhouse of Parma* is a compelling novel of extravagance and daring, blending the intrigues of the Italian court with the romance and excitement of youth.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 20659 readers · 478 pages · ≈ 8 h 51 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read La chartreuse de Parme?
About ≈ 8 h 51 m — 478 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is La chartreuse de Parme?
478 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is La chartreuse de Parme?
It sits on the History, Fiction shelves.
Is La chartreuse de Parme in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in La chartreuse de Parme?
The main characters include Stendhal (1783-1842), C. K. Scott-Moncrieff (1889-1930), Pierre Jourda (1898-).
Where does La chartreuse de Parme take place?
It is set in Italy, Parma, Parma (Italy) during 19th century.
Who wrote La chartreuse de Parme?
Stendhal.
Where can I read La chartreuse de Parme online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library