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The temptation of Saint Antony
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Classic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781024131307
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.59
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
La Tentation de Saint Antoine (The Temptation of Saint Anthony) by Gustave Flaubert, translated by D. F. Hannigan, is a philosophical and historical novel that delves into the visions and spiritual struggles of Saint Anthony the Great. Set in the Egyptian desert, the narrative unfolds as Anthony is besieged by a series of increasingly vivid and surreal temptations. These temptations take the form of carnal desires, heretical beliefs, and encounters with figures from throughout history and mythology.
Flaubert's meticulously researched work explores themes of faith, doubt, and the allure of forbidden knowledge. Through Anthony's hallucinatory experiences, the novel examines the clash between Christianity and paganism, the nature of truth, and the human condition. The Temptation of Saint Anthony remains a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the inner life, showcasing Flaubert's masterful prose and profound insights into the complexities of the human spirit.
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