Captain Fracasse
Captain Fracasse follows a young nobleman who, facing poverty and isolation, joins a troupe of actors and embarks on a series of adventures that test his identity and romantic aspirations. Through his journey, he discovers camaraderie, love, and the transformative power of performance.
By Théophile Gautier · First published 1863 · Genre: Adventure, Romance, Historical Fiction · 22 chapters · 183,208 words
First lines
Upon the southern slope of one of those barren hills that rise abruptly here and there in the desolate expanse of the Landes, in South-western France, stood, in the reign of Louis XIII, a gentleman's residence, such as abound in Gascony, and which the country people dignify by the name of château.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Théophile Gautier
- Date: 1863 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Romance, Historical Fiction, Comedy, Drama
- Length: 183,208 words
- Structure: 22 chapters, 1,401 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot follows the protagonist's journey filled with escapades and challenges.
- Romance — Themes of love and relationships are central to the character dynamics.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and context reflect a specific historical period, enriching the narrative.
- Comedy — The writing style incorporates humor and satire, contributing to the overall tone.
Tags
adventure · romance · theater · swashbuckler · historical fiction · comedy · drama · heroism · identity · friendship · daring · love
Contents
- Castle Misery
- The Chariot of Thespis
- The Blue Sun Inn
- An Adventure with Brigands
- At the Château De Bruyères
- A Snow-Storm and its Consequences
- Captain Fracasse
- The Duke of Vallombreuse
- A Mêlée and a Duel
- A Midnight Adventure
- The Pont-Neuf
- The Crowned Radish
- A Double Attack
- Lampourde's Delicacy
- Malartic at Work
- Vallombreuse
- The Amethyst Ring
- A Family Party
- Nettles and Cobwebs
- Chiquita's Declaration of Love
- Hymen! Oh Hymen!
- The Castle of Happiness