The Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France
Paperback
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.
With masterful storytelling, rich historical context, and profound philosophical inquiry, this collection offers an essential introduction to one of France's greatest literary minds. A must-read for lovers of classic literature, The Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France remains as thought-provoking today as when it was first written.
Penguin Island (A. W. Evans, translator); The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard (Lafcadio Hearn, translator); The Revolt of the Angels (Mrs. Wilfrid Jackson, translator); The Gods Are Athirst (Alfred Allinson, translator); Thaїs (Robert B. Douglas, translator); and The Red Lilly (Winifred Stephens, translator).
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