This thesis examines the work of Alice Rivaz by highlighting the biographical, cultural, and literary foundations of her writing. It first explores the author’s background and her place within the specific context of French-speaking Switzerland. The study then focuses on the moral dimension of everyday life that permeates the novel and shapes the characters’ behavior. Particular attention is given to the biblically inspired title and its various symbolic meanings. The main themes of the work are analyzed in relation to human dignity, solidarity, and individual responsibility. The thesis also investigates the structure of the novel and the stylistic features that characterize Rivaz’s writing. Silence, the unspoken, and implicit passages emerge as key devices for expressing the complexity of human relationships. The discreet and unobtrusive narrative voice reflects a profound respect for the characters and their inner lives. This restrained style gives the narrative a significance that transcends its historical and geographical setting. The novel thus emerges as a universal invitation to humanity, attentive listening to others, and altruism.
Ce mémoire analyse l’œuvre d’Alice Rivaz en mettant en lumière les fondements biographiques, culturels et littéraires de son écriture. Il examine tout d’abord la formation de l’autrice ainsi que son inscription dans le contexte spécifique de la Suisse romande. L’étude se concentre ensuite sur la morale du quotidien qui traverse le roman et oriente les comportements des personnages. Une attention particulière est accordée au titre d’inspiration biblique et à ses différentes significations symboliques. Les principaux thèmes de l’œuvre sont analysés dans leur rapport à la dignité humaine, à la solidarité et à la responsabilité individuelle. Le mémoire étudie également la structure du roman et les choix stylistiques caractéristiques de l’écriture de Rivaz. Les silences, les non-dits et les passages implicites apparaissent comme des moyens privilégiés pour exprimer la complexité des relations humaines. La voix narrative, discrète et non intrusive, témoigne d’un profond respect envers les personnages et leur intériorité. Cette écriture sobre confère au récit une portée qui dépasse son cadre historique et géographique. L’œuvre se présente ainsi comme une invitation universelle à l’humanité, à l’écoute de l’autre et à l’altruisme.
Alice Rivaz et la morale du quotidien : respect, silence et humanité dans le roman
KOUAMOU LEUBO, LETIZIA LORELLE
2025/2026
Abstract
This thesis examines the work of Alice Rivaz by highlighting the biographical, cultural, and literary foundations of her writing. It first explores the author’s background and her place within the specific context of French-speaking Switzerland. The study then focuses on the moral dimension of everyday life that permeates the novel and shapes the characters’ behavior. Particular attention is given to the biblically inspired title and its various symbolic meanings. The main themes of the work are analyzed in relation to human dignity, solidarity, and individual responsibility. The thesis also investigates the structure of the novel and the stylistic features that characterize Rivaz’s writing. Silence, the unspoken, and implicit passages emerge as key devices for expressing the complexity of human relationships. The discreet and unobtrusive narrative voice reflects a profound respect for the characters and their inner lives. This restrained style gives the narrative a significance that transcends its historical and geographical setting. The novel thus emerges as a universal invitation to humanity, attentive listening to others, and altruism.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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