Femmes Rêvées by Albert Ferland
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I picked up this slim volume of poetry mostly out of curiosity. Published in 1912 by Quebec poet Albert Ferland, 'Femmes Rêvées' is exactly what the title says: a series of poems about 'dreamed women.' It's not a story in the traditional sense, but a journey through one man's artistic imagination.
The Story
The book is structured around different archetypes of women. Ferland doesn't give us characters with names and backstories. Instead, he gives us visions: the Muse, the Virgin, the Woman of the Fields, the Enchantress. Each poem is a snapshot, a lyrical attempt to capture an essence. He uses rich, sometimes old-fashioned, imagery of nature, light, and shadow to build these figures. They feel both grand and distant, like statues in a garden you can admire but never touch.
Why You Should Read It
Reading this is like listening to a record from a different time. The language is formal and romantic, which can feel a bit heavy at first. But that's also its charm. It forces you to slow down. You get a direct line to what one artist a century ago considered beautiful, sacred, and mysterious. It's less about the women themselves and more about the act of dreaming them up. I found myself thinking about how we all create idealized versions of people in our minds, and how art is one way to set those dreams free.
Final Verdict
This isn't for someone looking for a fast-paced plot or modern characters. It's a quiet, contemplative read. It's perfect for poetry lovers, anyone interested in early 20th-century Canadian literature, or readers who enjoy historical artifacts that show how people used to see the world. Think of it as a short, haunting melody from a past era—beautiful in its own way, if you're in the right mood to listen.
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Jessica Moore
4 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. Don't hesitate to start reading.
Michael Harris
1 year agoWow.
Kenneth Thompson
8 months agoGreat read!
David White
1 year agoText is crisp, making it easy to focus.
Robert Flores
6 months agoMy professor recommended this, and I see why.