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The Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France

The Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France

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ISBN10: 1479413518
ISBN13: 9781479413515
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Feb 28 2025
Pages: 974
Weight: 2.67
Height: 2.17 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English

Spanning history, philosophy, satire, and romance, The Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France showcases the literary brilliance that earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature. Penguin Island is a scathing allegory that reimagines world history through the lens of a mythical society of penguins, exposing the absurdities of human civilization. The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard follows a kindhearted scholar whose obsession with rare manuscripts leads to profound moral dilemmas. The Revolt of the Angels offers a bold, subversive tale of celestial beings rebelling against divine authority in a reflection on free will and enlightenment. The Gods Are Athirst immerses readers in the Reign of Terror, exploring the descent of an idealistic artist into fanatical violence. Thaïs, a mesmerizing historical novel, traces the spiritual and sensual transformation of an early Christian monk and a beautiful courtesan in ancient Egypt. Finally, The Red Lily delves into passion and betrayal in Parisian high society, examining the complexities of love and infidelity.

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