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[untamedantinous]

 [Here, fellow passengers of the TQ, is one French revolutionary.  He is not amusing himself with bothering Marius today, instead he is in his own rooms, looking somewhat disgruntled.  ....For him, that's pretty normal, at least.]

A question for you, passengers.  More specifically, those who are skilled in the use of these ...communication devices.  I have heard there is a library one can access on them, but I cannot seem to do so.  Assistance would certainly be appreciated.

If that is not the case, then simply tell me if and where I may find the philosophy books aboard this vessel.  I am of a mind to read some Rousseau.

Merci.

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[helpmeguideit]

I'd be more suited to telling you where you can find a...book of sorts, rather than on these devices.

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[untamedantinous]

Truly? It would be most appreciated, I do not relish the thought of using these devices to read.

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[helpmeguideit]

I don't blame you at all. These are a little different from actual books, but...better.

[ Some directions are included here. ]

Last I checked it was here, at least.

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[peccadillo]

They aren't too helpful, actually. A lot of the offered works aren't... any close to Rousseau.

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[untamedantinous]

You are familiar with the writings of Jean-Jacques, then? [The way he says Rousseau's name sounds -- almost fond, like he is an intimate friend of the man. He is not, of course, Rousseau died long before he was born, but Enjolras is just -- special like that.]

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[peccadillo]

Touched on, yes. One I've enjoyed when I wasn't here.

[ A pause. He's squinting while combing through his memory. ]

'... And the earth itself to nobody?'

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[lacksgrace]

Merci? [ Watch him butcher that word, sorry. It sounds a little familiar though. ] What's that supposed to be?

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[untamedantinous]

[Unfortunately, he has grown used to people butchering his native tongue. So it is with a slightly resigned look that he answers.]

It is French, it means 'thank you.' I am from Paris.

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[lacksgrace]

Paris. [ Maybe that one isn't as terribly slaughtered as the other, though he actually says it with some thoughtfulness. ] Would you be, uh, willing to teach me some?

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[ringbearer]

[ he hasn't heard of that term before, but frodo is quite fond of the library. as politely as ever: ]

I can provide directions, if you'd like.

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[untamedantinous]

That would be most appreciated, monsieur. [That might actually even get a bit of a smile out of him.]

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[ringbearer]

[ the hobbit does easily, and he sounds even fond as he speaks of it ]

You'll find all sorts of books there. Some stories such as I've never heard them in my time. Although I've never heard of this Rousseau, admittedly.

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[sexting]

Allow me to refresh your Rousseau for you:

Blah blah man is naturally boring blah blah society makes him a miserable fucker blah something about ladies staying at home to be a cook in the bedroom and a whore in the kitchen

That's about the main of it I believe

[ ACTUALLY Cambridge has given his 1803 editions of Rousseau and Voltaire to someone else on board, but he fancies being a bit of a bastard. Sorry, E. ]

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[untamedantinous]

Do not insult Rousseau. He loved the people.

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[sexting]

Which bit do you find insulting? The bit where it's true, I presume

[abrahamic]

[ Oh hey, a French guy! ...Maybe? ]

Hey, if you still need help with the tablet things, I could give you a hand?

[untamedantinous]

[Yes, absolutely a French guy!]

It would be appreciated.

[abrahamic]

[ Finally, that A in French class can mean something! ]

Right, so... uh. What part exactly are you having trouble with?

[theshabbiestofmen]

I'm quite familiar with the libraries; I spend most of my time there. If someone else hasn't already offered, I can show you where everything is, how to access it, and so on.

[A beat. In very, very accented (and awful) French, he adds:]

Where are you from?

[untamedantinous]

I should like that, thank you.

[--Well. At least he's trying. He may as well answer in kind.]

I am from Paris. It was 1832 when I was last there.

[theshabbiestofmen]

I--

[He hesitates for a few seconds, and then gives up.]

Sorry. I haven't studied French since the summer, and even then it was a rather idle thing. I'm from England, obviously, 1975. 1832-- that wasn't near the French revolution, wasn't it? Or-- no, no, that was the late 1700's, sorry.

Er-- anyway, yes. If you're not busy, I could pick you up now.

[watashinonamaewa]

What is Rosseau? [ Sorry, Enjolras. Cibo knows literally nothing about literature. Or books at all really.

She's also not very good with nationalities either but she kind of recognizes that accent. ]

You're French, right...? Is that what it's called...?

[untamedantinous]

I am, yes, and Rousseau was a famous writer who lived in France for a time.

[jilt]

Have you visited the library yet, Mister Enjolras? You may find it rather strange, but there's a number of fascinating texts.

[untamedantinous]

I have been told where it is, I shall find my way there shortly.