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Name: Mademoiselle de Maupin
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Author: Théophile Gautier

📘 Mademoiselle de Maupin by Théophile Gautier

The novel 'Mademoiselle de Maupin' by Théophile Gautier is a historical romance that tells the story of a young woman named Mademoiselle de Maupin. She is mistaken for a man due to her gender and charm, leading to a series of mistaken identities and adventures in the French countryside during the Restoration period of the 18th century. The story combines elements of romanticism and historical fiction, with the protagonist's experiences reflecting the social norms and customs of the time.

First publish date: December 1991

Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature

Authors: Théophile Gautier

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