Honoré de Balzac

The Atheist's Mass (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring faith, doubt and the human experience in post-Revolutionary France
Übersetzer: Bell, Clara

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'The Atheist's Mass' by Honoré de Balzac, the reader is taken on a thought-provoking journey through the life of a young artist, Gazonal, who is struggling to find his place in the world. Balzac's literary style in this novella is rich in detail and introspective, delving into themes of faith, skepticism, and the human experience. Set in post-Revolutionary France, the novella reflects the societal changes of the time, making it a valuable piece of literature for understanding the cultural context of the era. Balzac's use of symbolism and descriptive language adds depth to the narrative, leaving the reader captivated by the protagonist's inner turmoil and philosophical reflections. Honoré de Balzac's own struggles with religious beliefs and existential questions likely inspired him to write this profound and thought-provoking novella. His personal experiences and intellectual curiosity shine through in the character of Gazonal, making 'The Atheist's Mass' a compelling read for those interested in exploring themes of faith, doubt, and the search for meaning in a changing world.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 114
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664644725
• Artikelnr.: 58561788

Autorenporträt

Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and dramatist who lived from 1799 to 1850. One of the most significant writers of the 19th century, he is regarded as such. Many people believe La Comédie Humaine, his masterwork, to be his finest work. His mother was Anne-Charlotte-Laure Sallambier, and his father was Bernard-François Balssa. He was the Balzacs' second child. Honoré Balzac spent his first two years of life living with a wet nurse after being abandoned as a newborn. From the age of 10, Balzac attended the Oratorian grammar school in Vendôme. "Look at the beautiful ones we sent the academy back!" was how his grandma put it. On a bridge over the River Loire, he attempted suicide. Balzac wrote El Verdugo shortly after his father died. It is the story of a 30-year-old man who kills his father (Balzac was 30 years old at the time). This was Honoré de Balzac's first piece of work. After courting her for five years, Balzac wed Countess Eve de Balzac (formerly Countess Haska) in Ukraine in 1850. On Sunday, August 18, 1850, five months after his wedding, Balzac died in the company of his mother; Eve de Balzac (previously Countess Haska) having retired to bed. Balzac is buried in Paris' Père Lachaise Cemetery.