The Support of the Family La Belle-Nivernaise (1900)

The Support Of The Family La Belle-Nivernaise is a novel written by Alphonse Daudet and first published in 1900. The story follows the lives of a family of barge workers who live and work on the river Seine in France. The main character, Jean, is the captain of the barge La Belle-Nivernaise and he is struggling to provide for his wife and children as the river trade declines.The novel explores themes of family, love, and sacrifice as Jean and his wife, Gudule, work together to keep their family afloat. They face many challenges along the way, including financial difficulties, illness, and the threat of losing their barge.As the story progresses, Jean and Gudule's love for each other and their family is tested, but they remain determined to support each other and overcome their struggles. The novel also features vivid descriptions of life on the river, including the beauty of the French countryside and the dangers of navigating the waterways.Overall, The Support Of The Family La Belle-Nivernaise is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of love, family, and perseverance in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.