Set in the late 19th century, chiefly in Paris and Rome, this drama involves the alleged abduction of the Pope, a "miraculous" conversion, swindling, adultery, bastardy and murder. The characters are a motley crew of noblemen, saints, adventurers and pickpockets.
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Could the Pope have been secretly abducted?
Set in the 1890s, André Gide's famous satire centres around a group of ingenious fraudsters ('The Millipede') who convince their wealthy victims that the pontiff has been imprisoned in the Vatican cellars, and a false Pope has been enthroned in his place. Posing as clergy, they con money by promising to obtain the true Pope's release and restoration.
The book features one of Gide's most memorable creations: the amoral Lafcadio, who in pushing a man from a moving train commits the ultimate motiveless crime.
Unavailable in the UK for 25 years, this scandalous, funny and highly original novel has been re-translated to mark the centenary of its publication.
Set in the 1890s, André Gide's famous satire centres around a group of ingenious fraudsters ('The Millipede') who convince their wealthy victims that the pontiff has been imprisoned in the Vatican cellars, and a false Pope has been enthroned in his place. Posing as clergy, they con money by promising to obtain the true Pope's release and restoration. The book features one of Gide's most memorable creations: the amoral Lafcadio, who in pushing a man from a moving train commits the ultimate motiveless crime. Unavailable in the UK for 25 years, this scandalous, funny and highly original novel has been re-translated to mark the centenary of its publication.
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Paperback. Etat : Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR001349312
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Etat : Muy bueno. : Ambientada a finales del siglo XIX, principalmente en París y Roma, este drama involucra el presunto secuestro del Papa, una conversión "milagrosa", estafas, adulterio, bastardía y asesinato. Los personajes son un grupo heterogéneo de nobles, santos, aventureros y carteristas. Publicado por Penguin Classics, esta edición de tapa blanda cuenta con 240 páginas y está escrita en inglés, siendo originalmente en francés. EAN: 9780140180480 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Literatura y Ficción Título: The Vatican Cellars Autor: Andre Gide Editorial: Penguin Books Ltd Idioma: en Páginas: 240 Formato: tapa blanda. N° de réf. du vendeur Happ-2024-04-04-b8883dca
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Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Set in the late 19th century, chiefly in Paris and Rome, this drama involves the alleged abduction of the Pope, a "miraculous" conversion, swindling, adultery, bastardy and murder. The characters are a motley crew of noblemen, saints, adventurers and pickpockets. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR001406003
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Softcover. Etat : Bon. Salissures sur la tranche. Edition 1989. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de cet article à des organisations caritatives. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Book Condition: Used, Good. Stains on the edge. Edition 1989. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations. N° de réf. du vendeur E-465-598
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