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Therese
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781026032503
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 218
Weight: 1.07
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Mauriac's masterful prose captures the stifling atmosphere of the French bourgeoisie, where reputation and family honor often outweigh personal happiness or truth. Through the protagonist's internal monologue, the reader encounters a complex character who is both victim and perpetrator, driven by a profound spiritual and intellectual hunger that her surroundings cannot satisfy. A haunting exploration of human psychology and the complexities of the human heart, Therese remains an essential classic for readers interested in literary fiction and moral philosophy.
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