Caged Bird

Author: (French) Alexandre Dumas
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Publish Date: 1997-03-01
Features: I believe that only after thoroughly studying people can one create characters, just as one must first seriously study a language to be able to speak it. Since I haven't yet reached the age of creation, I can only satisfy myself with a straightforward account. Therefore, I ask the readers to believe in the authenticity of this story, with the exception of the female protagonist, all the characters in the story are still alive to this day. Additionally, most of the material I have collected here still has witnesses in Paris; if my evidence is insufficient, they can bear witness for me. Due to a special circumstance, only I can tell this story, because only I am aware of the beginning and end of this matter, otherwise it would be impossible to write a complete and moving story.
Highlight: On March 12, 1847, I saw a large yellow advertisement on Rue de la Fayette, claiming that furniture and a large number of treasures would be auctioned off. This auction was held after the owner's death. The advertisement did not mention the deceased's name, only stating that the auction would take place from noon to 5 p.m. on the 16th at No. 9 Rue d'Antin. The advertisement also notified everyone that they could visit the residence and furniture on the 13th and 14th. I have always been a lover of treasures and could not miss this opportunity, even if I didn't buy anything, I wanted to see it. The next day, I went to No. 9 Rue d'Antin. It was still early, but there were already visitors in the house, even women. Although these ladies wore velvet clothing and cashmere shawls, and luxurious four-wheeled carriages were waiting at the entrance, they all looked at the luxurious furnishings with surprise, even admiration.