The Legend of St Julian the Hospitable - Couverture souple

Flaubert, Gustave

 
9781522832973: The Legend of St Julian the Hospitable
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1522832971 ISBN 13 : 9781522832973
Editeur : CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

Synopsis

A jewel of literary storytelling, The Legend of St Julian the Hospitable is Gustave Flaubert’s luminous retelling of a medieval saint’s life—at once a fable, a moral drama, and a work of pure style. Originally published as part of Trois Contes, this short masterpiece follows Julian from a youth marked by ominous prophecy and violent impulse to a shattering turning point—then into a life of penance, humility, and radical compassion.

With painterly imagery and a voice that feels both timeless and precise, Flaubert transforms legend into literature: the pull of fate versus choice, the weight of guilt, and the possibility of redemption through mercy. Brief yet unforgettable, it’s ideal for readers who love classic French fiction, symbolic tales, and stories that leave a long echo after the final page.

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Éditeur
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Date d'édition
2015
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1522832971
ISBN 13 
9781522832973
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
30
Éditeur
The Perfect Library
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