Julie, or the New Heloise
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Summary
«Julie, or the New Heloise» is an epistolary novel written by Jean-Jacques Rousseau. At the heart of the story is the tragic love between the aristocrat Julie d'Étange and her tutor Saint-Preux. Despite her love for Saint-Preux, Julie is compelled to marry the wealthy and noble Wolmar at her family's insistence. After her marriage, Julie and Saint-Preux continue their correspondence, discussing their feelings, moral, and philosophical questions. Wolmar, upon learning of his wife's past, shows magnanimity and invites Saint-Preux to live in their home. In the end, Julie dies, leaving a profound impact on the hearts of those close to her. The novel explores themes of love, virtue, moral obligations, and human passions.
Date of publication: 12 September 2024
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Genre: Novel