Getting Well by Anatole France
GETTING WELL is a novella written by French author Anatole France in 1890. The story follows the life of a young man named Jacques who, after being involved in a serious accident, becomes disillusioned with his previous life and seeks to find meaning and purpose through his experiences. Throughout the novella, France explores themes of identity, morality, and the human condition. Jacques' journey is one of self-discovery, as he grapples with the idea of what it means to be alive and how to live a fulfilling life. The novella also touches on the concept of social class and the role that luck and circumstance play in shaping one's fate. Overall, GETTING WELL is a thought-provoking and introspective work that delves into the complexities of human nature and the search for meaning in life.
By Anatole France · First published 1903 · Genre: Realism, Philosophical Fiction, Historical Fiction · 407 words
First lines
GERMAINE is ill. Nobody knows how it began. The arm which sows fever is invisible like the dustman's hand, the old fellow who comes every night and makes the little ones so sleepy. But Germaine was not ill very long and she was not very bad, and now she is getting well again. This getting well is even pleasanter than being quite well, which comes next. In the same way hoping and wishing are better, very often, than anything we wish for or hope for. Germaine lies in bed in her pretty, bright room, and her dreams are as bright-coloured as her room.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Anatole France
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Realism, Philosophical Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Length: 407 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Realism — Given that Anatole France's works typically involve detailed character development and realistic dialogue, a 'Realism' genre is most fitting.
- Philosophical Fiction — The thought-provoking exploration of ideas and societal observations typical in France's works suggest this genre.
- Historical Fiction — Considering France's tendency to place his stories within real historical periods, a 'Historical Fiction' genre could also be relevant.
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French Literature · Realism · Medicine · Humor · Society · Politics · Philosophy · Mental Health · Psychology · Self-Help · Health · Wellness