Cover of Madame Putiphar, vol 1 e 2

Madame Putiphar, vol 1 e 2

by Pétrus Borel

"Madame Putiphar, vol 1 et 2" by Pétrus Borel is a fictional work written in the early 19th century. The narrative centers around the tumultuous love affair between Déborah Cockermouth, a young noblewoman, and Patrick Fitz-Whyte, the son of a farmer, exploring themes of social class conflict, forbidden love, and the struggles against oppressive parental control. The book delves into the characters' emotional turmoil as they navigate their complex romantic ties amid societal expectations and familial pressures. At the start of the novel, we meet mylord and mylady Cockermouth, engaged in a tense conversation regarding their daughter Déborah's closeness with Patrick Fitz-Whyte, a young farmer. Tension escalates as mylord expresses his disdain for Patrick due to his lower social standing, and the narrative reveals Déborah's secret meetings with Patrick, showcasing their deep-seated love and desire to escape the constraints of their respective circumstances. The situation deteriorates as suspicions arise, leading to dramatic confrontations, while Déborah's determination to be with Patrick grows stronger despite the dangers they face from their families and society.

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