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Le Rouge et le Noir

Stendhal
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The excerpt mentions Stendhal's novel, Le Rouge et le Noir, which captures the adolescent hero worship of Napoleon and reflects on romanticism.

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Byron and Stendhal's influence
For: Readers interested in romantic literature and historical figures
Key quote: Stendhal who met Byron, great French writer.
The host discusses how Stendhal's novel 'Le Rouge et le Noir' reflects the romantic hero worship of figures like Napoleon and Byron. This connection illustrates the broader themes of romanticism and the societal fascination with exceptional individuals.