La mandragore by Jean Lorrain

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By Edward Rivera Posted on Dec 23, 2025
In Category - Clean Fiction
Lorrain, Jean, 1855-1906 Lorrain, Jean, 1855-1906
French
"La mandragore" by Jean Lorrain is a narrative tale written in the late 19th century. This work combines elements of fantasy and horror to explore themes of vanity, societal judgment, and the consequences of pride. The story follows the troubled life of a queen, Godelive, as she grapples with the monstrous birth of her child, a grotesque frog, and ...
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queen’s despair after giving birth to a monstrous frog, which she is pressured to abandon for the sake of her family's honor. Instead of letting go, Godelive's obsession with this creature leads her into a series of nightmares and dark magical pursuits, including her attempts to master the mystical mandragore root, which symbolizes her desperation to reclaim her lost child. As the tension escalates with the arrival of her son Rotterick and the bloody encounters related to the frog's existence, Godelive ultimately faces her tragic fate, bridging the realms of reality and illusion. The narrative culminates on a mystical and tragic note, presenting a cautionary tale about the consequences of pride and the desire for control over fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Patricia Allen
1 month ago

I stumbled upon this by accident and the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Highly recommended for everyone.

Sandra Hernandez
4 months ago

I rarely write reviews but the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. Truly inspiring.

Donna King
2 months ago

To be perfectly clear, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. One of the best books I've read this year.

Ethan Hill
1 month ago

Without a doubt, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. A solid resource I will return to often.

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