Although the author gathers material from established sources, he also integrates quite a bit of original material through his years of research.Ĭharacter Development/Execution: The character of Chateaubriand is quite clear, established by interviews, articles, biographies, letters and photographs. Originality: This work is highly original in concept and execution, as the purpose is to establish genealogical ties between the author and Chateaubriand. Photographs, paintings, letters, and diary entries enhance the text. It is quite scholarly in tone, however, and may not appeal to more casual readers. Prose: The prose is excellent, well-organized, and well-cited. It may mostly appeal to scholarly readers, those interested in Chateaubriand or buffs of French history. Plot/Idea: Fallon presents an extremely thorough and finely written historical memoir-filling in gaps of a possible relative's life and establishing part of a genealogy.
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