영어로 읽는 고전 _ 에델 M. 델의 발프레의 바위들
"발프레의 바위들"은 에델 M. 델이 20세기 초에 쓴 소설입니다. 이 이야기는 모험심 많은 어린 소녀 크리스 윈덤과 발프레의 매혹적이면서도 위험한 절벽과 동굴을 배경으로 펼쳐지는 신비로운 젊은 프랑스인과의 만남을 중심으로 합니다. 이야기가 진행됨에 따라 순수함, 탐험, 그리고 청춘의 마법이라는 주제가 형성되며, 위험과 로맨스의 기저 감각이 깔려있습니다.
책의 시작 부분은 활기찬 크리스를 소개하며, 그녀는 개 신더스와 함께 모래를 파면서 해변에서 시간을 보내고 있지만 동료를 갈망하고 있습니다. 신더스의 몰두한 작업에 지루함을 느낀 그녀는 기사와 모험에 관한 낭만적인 개념으로 가득 찬 전설적인 마법 동굴을 탐험하기로 결정합니다. 여정 중에 그녀는 발을 다치게 되며, 이로 인해 그녀를 도와주는 매력적인 젊은 프랑스인을 만나게 됩니다. 이야기가 전개됨에 따라, 그들의 연결은 기발한 농담과 절벽의 자연적 아름다움과 위험 속에서 성장합니다. 이 매력적인 시작은 청춘의 매력과 발견의 스릴로 가득 찬 기발한 모험의 무대를 마련합니다.
Classics Read in English _ The Rocks of Valpre? by Ethel M. Dell
"The Rocks of Valpre" by Ethel M. Dell is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the adventurous young girl Chris Wyndham and her encounters with a mysterious young Frenchman that unfolds against the backdrop of the enchanting yet perilous cliffs and caves of Valpre. As the narrative progresses, themes of innocence, exploration, and the magic of youth take shape, with an underlying sense of danger and romance.
The opening of the book introduces the spirited Chris, who is spending her time at the seaside digging in the sand with her dog, Cinders, while yearning for companionship. Bored with Cinders' engrossing task, she decides to explore the legendary Magic Cave, filled with romantic notions of knights and adventure. Upon her journey, she injures her foot, which leads her to meet a charming young Frenchman who aids her. As the story unfolds, their connection grows amidst whimsical banter and the backdrop of the natural beauty and treachery of the cliffs. This captivating opening sets the stage for a whimsical adventure steeped in youthful charm and the thrill of discovery.
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When Cinders began to dig a hole no power on earth, except brute force, could ever stop him till he sank exhausted. Not even the sight of a crab could divert his thoughts from this entrancing occupation, much less his mistress's shrill whistle; and this was strange, for on all other occasions it was his custom to display the most exemplary obedience.
Of a cheerful disposition was Cinders, deeply interested in all things living, despising nothing however trivial, constantly seeking, and very often finding, treasures of supreme value in his own estimation. It was probably this passion for investigation that induced him to dig with such energy and perseverance, but he was not an interesting companion when the digging mood was upon him. It was, in fact, advisable to keep at a distance, for he created a miniature sand-storm in his immediate vicinity that spoiled the amusement of all except himself and successfully checked all intrusive sympathy.
