Paul and Virginia from the French of J.B.H. de Saint Pierre

By Saint-Pierre Bernardin de

"Paul and Virginia" is a love story set on the island of Mauritius. Despite their different social status, the two protagonists grow up together and fall in love. Tragedy strikes when a storm destroys their village and separates the young couple. Virginia is rescued, but Paul tragically dies. The novella explores themes of love, nature and societal barriers.