
MONSIEUR, MADAME AND BEBE
By Gustave Droz
BOOK 1.
CHAPTER I. MY FIRST SUPPER PARTY
CHAPTER II. THE SOUL IN AGONY. TO MONSIEUR CLAUDE DE L————
CHAPTER III. MADAME DE K.
CHAPTER IV. SOUVENIRS OF LENT
CHAPTER V. MADAME AND HER FRIEND CHAT BY THE FIRESIDE
CHAPTER VI. A DREAM
CHAPTER VII. AN EMBASSY BALL
A lively portrait of everyday Parisian life, this collection follows the gentle mischief and tender moments that shape couples and families. Through witty vignettes—like a nervous first supper party and the awkward excitement of a wedding night—readers hear the quiet humor that bubbles beneath polite conversation. Droz captures the subtle dance of affection, irritation, and surprise that defines domestic routines, inviting listeners to recognize themselves in each scene.
The sketches move beyond the bright glare of society gatherings to the softer, more intimate corners of home: a mother’s letters to a friend, the nervous anticipation of a newborn’s first breath, and the simple pleasure of a shared fire-side chat. With an eye for detail and a compassionate tone, the author sketches characters who are simultaneously ordinary and endearingly unique. Listeners will find a warm, observant companion in these stories, perfect for reflecting on the timeless quirks of love and family.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (390K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2004-10-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1832–1895
Best remembered for warm, witty sketches of domestic life, this 19th-century French writer brought everyday marriage and parenthood onto the page with unusual lightness and charm. Before turning fully to literature, he trained as an artist, which helps explain the vivid, scene-by-scene feel of his work.
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