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He came up to the table, showed the letter to Alice and left without saying a word
XIR182404 He came up to the table, showed the letter to Alice and left without saying a word!, illustration from La Famille Elliot, a translation of Persuasion by Jane Austen (1775-1817) (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Ils approcha de la table, montra la lettre a Alice, et sortit sans dire un mot! ; the character of Anne has possibly been translated as Alice; ); French, out of copyright
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In this photo print, we witness a moment of intense emotion and intrigue. The scene depicts a mysterious man approaching a table where Alice sits, holding a letter in his hand. His face remains hidden from view, adding an air of suspense to the image. As he comes closer, the tension in the room becomes palpable. With great urgency, he shows the letter to Alice, who seems taken aback by its contents. We can only imagine what secrets or revelations lie within those written words. Without uttering a single word, the enigmatic figure abruptly turns away and leaves as swiftly as he arrived. His departure leaves behind unanswered questions and unresolved emotions hanging in the air. This illustration is derived from "La Famille Elliot" which is a French translation of Jane Austen's timeless novel "Persuasion". It captures a pivotal moment between two characters - Anne Elliot and Captain Wentworth - whose love story unfolds amidst societal expectations and personal struggles. The intricate details of their courtship are beautifully portrayed through this engraving by an anonymous 19th-century French artist. It serves as both an homage to Austen's literary brilliance and an invitation for viewers to delve into the complexities of human relationships that transcend time and place.
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