The Well of Saint Clare (eBook)
144 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654731379-3 (EAN)
Anatole France, born François-Anatole Thibault on April 16, 1844, in Paris, France, was a prolific and distinguished writer who made significant contributions to literature, earning the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1921. This erudite author was known for his skepticism, irony, and polished prose, lending him a reputation as a brilliant satirist of human folly and the innate absurdities of life. France's literary style often integrated a gentle and sardonic wit with a deep humanitarianism and a fascination with both historical and contemporary follies. Among his esteemed works is 'The Well of Saint Clare' (originally 'Le Puits de Sainte Claire'), which is a collection of short stories that exemplify his keen insight into human nature and his ability to weave historical fact with inventive fiction. France's storytelling in this volume, as well as in others such as 'The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard' and 'The Gods Are Athirst', reflects his mastery in artful narrative and his philosophical musings on morality and society. His influence on French literature has been profound, and his works have attracted scholars interested in the interplay between history, narrative technique, and social commentary. Anatole France's legacy remains significant, as his works continue to be studied and enjoyed for their literary artistry and insightful reflections on humanity.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 15.9.2022 |
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Übersetzer | A. R. Allinson |
Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century french novels • Academic Library Setting • Anatole France literature • Belles-lettres narratives • Character Development Themes • Classic • Classic literary authors • early 20th century literature • European cultural background • French classical fiction • French Literature • French Nobel laureate • French Nobel laureates in literature • Historical European classics • historical fiction italy • Humorous Religious Dialogue • Intellectual Character Study • literary fiction masterpieces • Medieval Church Setting • public domain classics • Satirical Literary Style • Short Stories • The Well of Saint Clare book |
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