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Picciola

by X.-B. Saintine

Level C1 · AdvancedClassics36 chapters
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CEFR level
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Length
36 chapters
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About this book

About this book

Imprisoned and isolated, a brilliant count finds unexpected solace and meaning in the simple life of a fragile flower named Picciola. This tale explores how hope and love can bloom even in the darkest captivity.

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Contents

36 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS.
03INTRODUCTORY EPISTLE TO MADAME VIRGINIE ANCELOT.
04CHAPTER I.
05CHAPTER II.
06CHAPTER III.
07CHAPTER IV.
08CHAPTER V.
09CHAPTER VI.
10CHAPTER VII.
11CHAPTER VIII.
12CHAPTER IX.

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