Confession of a Child of the Century, Book I

"Confessions of a Child of the Century" is a novel written by French poet and playwright Alfred de Musset in 1836. The book follows the story of a young man named Georges, who is struggling to come to terms with his own identity and place in society. Through a series of introspective and often melancholic musings, Georges grapples with his desire for love, artistic expression, and personal fulfillment. Throughout the novel, Musset explores themes of alienation, disillusionment, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. The book is known for its poetic language and introspective tone, which have made it a classic of French literature.

By Alfred de Musset · First published 1838 · Genre: Autobiography, Romanticism, Historical Fiction · 14 chapters

Contents

• TO THE READER
• AT THE CROSSWAYS
• REFLECTIONS
• THE CHOSEN WAY
• THE BEGINNING OF THE CONFESSIONS
• AFRICAN HOSPITALITY
• THE PATH OF DESPAIR
• MARCO
• A PHILOSOPHER'S ADVICE
• SATIETY
• MADAME LEVASSEUR
• THE WISDOM OF SIRACH
• THE SEARCH FOR HEALING
• BACCHUS, THE CONSOLER

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