Les aventures du roi Pausole   By: Pierre Louÿs (1870-1925)

Les aventures du roi Pausole by Pierre Louÿs is a captivating novel that follows the escapades of a king who decides to abolish all laws in his kingdom, allowing his subjects to live freely and indulge in their wildest desires. The story is filled with humor, satire, and sexual innuendos, making it a playful and entertaining read.

Louÿs' writing style is witty and engaging, drawing the reader into the colorful world of Pausole and his eccentric court. The characters are vibrant and eccentric, each adding their own unique flair to the story. Despite the light-hearted tone, the novel also explores deeper themes of freedom, morality, and the nature of power.

Overall, Les aventures du roi Pausole is a delightful and thought-provoking novel that will leave readers entertained and pondering the boundaries of societal norms. Louÿs' clever storytelling and vivid imagination make this book a must-read for fans of satire and fantasy.

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LA BLANCHE ALINE, fille du Roi. MIRABELLE. LA REINE DIANE, dite «DIANE À LA HOUPPE». LA REINE FRANÇOISE. LA REINE GISÈLE. LA REINE ALBERTE. LA REINE DENYSE. LA PETITE REINE FANNETTE. LE PORTRAIT DE LA REINE CHRISTIANE. MACARIE, mule du Roi. Mme PERCHUQUE, première dame d'honneur. GALATÉE, jeune fille. PHILIS, sa petite soeur. Mme LEBIRBE. NICOLE. THIERRETTE, jeune laitière... Continue reading book >>