La main de Sainte Modestine by Jeanne Schultz
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"La Main de Sainte Modestine" by Jeanne Schultz is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of faith, love, and the intertwining of the sacred and the profane through the lens of a small village that venerates a miraculous relic. The story centers on Catheline, a young woman whose heartache over her lost love drives her to seek solace in the chapel dedicated to Sainte Modestine. The
opening of "La Main de Sainte Modestine" introduces readers to the enchanting yet somber atmosphere surrounding the relic of Sainte Modestine, a beautifully preserved hand that draws the admiration and devotion of the faithful. Through vivid descriptions, the narrative captures the diverse responses of the villagers, from pious adoration to jealousy over the relic's reputation. Catheline's emotional turmoil is hinted at as she navigates the complexities of love and loss in the wake of her beloved Séverin's departure, and her visits to the chapel reflect her longing for comfort and understanding. This initial glimpse sets the stage for an exploration of human emotions, spirituality, and the power of longing in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Schultz, Jeanne, 1862-1910 |
|---|---|
| Title | La main de Sainte Modestine |
| Original Publication | France: Nelson,1922. |
| Contents | La main de sainte Modestine -- Les rameaux de François -- Bonnets de coton -- Entrée dans le monde -- Petite plage -- Le cheval du maréchal -- Chasse aux alouettes -- Entrevue -- Aux lumières -- Le tiroir. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories, French |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68701 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-68701-8 |
| Release Date | Aug 6, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 407 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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