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Mademoiselle de Maupin

by Théophile Gautier

Mademoiselle de Maupin, Volume 2 follows the protagonist in 19th‑century France, where the narrative examines gender roles and romantic relationships amid a detailed historical backdrop. The story explores how societal expectations intersect with personal desires, weaving literary and romantic themes throughout. As a classic French novel presented in English translation, it offers insight into the era’s social constraints and emotional dynamics.

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