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Mon Oncle Benjamin
Hardcover
HumorClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025399836
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 236
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Mon Oncle Benjamin is a brilliant and satirical novel that stands as a pillar of 19th-century French literature. Set in the rural landscapes of 18th-century France, the story centers on the unforgettable Benjamin Rathery-a country doctor, philosopher, and lover of life. With a tankard in one hand and a sharp-witted remark on his lips, Benjamin traverses a world defined by class distinctions and religious hypocrisy, consistently choosing personal freedom over social advancement.
Authored by Claude Tillier, the work is both a comedic picaresque and a profound social commentary. Through Benjamin's episodic adventures and spirited debates, Tillier critiques the injustices of the Ancien Régime with humor and warmth. The character of Benjamin serves as a timeless symbol of the free-thinking individual who refuses to be crushed by the weight of societal expectations. Mon Oncle Benjamin is a celebration of wit, camaraderie, and the enduring human spirit, making it a must-read for fans of classic satire and historical fiction.
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