The kiss to the leper by François Mauriac
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"The Kiss to the Leper" by François Mauriac is a novel written in the early 20th century. It delves into complex themes of love, self-loathing, and the moral conflicts faced by its characters, primarily focusing on Jean Péloueyre, who grapples with his appearance and social isolation. The narrative promises an exploration of his interactions, particularly with Noémi d'Artiailh, as they navigate the burdens of expectation, societal norms, and personal desires. At the
start of the narrative, Jean Péloueyre is introduced as a physically unremarkable young man consumed by self-hatred and insecurities. He lives in a constrained household dominated by his father's need for silence and control. As he contemplates his existence, Jean's reflective nature reveals his yearning for connection, yet he feels utterly disconnected from the vibrant life around him. His interactions with his family and acquaintances underscore the complex dynamics of love and rejection, setting the stage for the emotional and existential struggles that will unfold as he confronts the arrival of Noémi, the potential object of his affections, against the backdrop of their rigid societal expectations. The opening portion leaves readers with a poignant sense of anticipation for the deeper moral and philosophical dilemmas that are likely to ensue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mauriac, François, 1885-1970 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Whitall, James, 1888-1954 |
| Uniform Title | Le baiser au lépreux. English |
| Title | The kiss to the leper |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: William Heinemann,1923. |
| Credits | Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | France -- Fiction |
| Subject | Marriage -- Fiction |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Interpersonal attraction -- Fiction |
| Subject | Caregivers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Tuberculosis -- Nursing -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69443 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-69443-6 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 514 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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