Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores themes of faith, guilt, and the fragility of human life through the lens of a haunting and mysterious event that unfolds during Christmas Eve. Set in a rural Alsatian village in 1823, the story centers around Mathias, the esteemed and respected burgomaster, who is tormented by remorse over a past crime he committed in a moment of desperation and greed. As the villagers gather for their traditional Christmas Eve celebration, a mysterious and unwelcome visitor arrives - a traveling Polish Jew, who bears an uncanny resemblance to a man who met a tragic end on the village bridge 15 years before. The appearance of this enigmatic figure triggers a series of uncanny events, culminating in a dramatic trial scene where Mathias's guilt is laid bare, leading to a shocking and unforgettable conclusion. Through its exploration of the complexities of human nature and the consequences of one's actions, this classic work delves into profound questions about justice, redemption, and the search for peace in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259295150_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259295150
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259295150
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)