The temptation of Saint Antony
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La Tentation de Saint Antoine (The Temptation of Saint Anthony) by Gustave Flaubert, translated by D. F. Hannigan, is a philosophical and historical novel that delves into the visions and spiritual struggles of Saint Anthony the Great. Set in the Egyptian desert, the narrative unfolds as Anthony is besieged by a series of increasingly vivid and surreal temptations. These temptations take the form of carnal desires, heretical beliefs, and encounters with figures from throughout history and mythology. Flaubert's meticulously researched work explores themes of faith, doubt, and the allure of forb...
La Tentation de Saint Antoine (The Temptation of Saint Anthony) by Gustave Flaubert, translated by D. F. Hannigan, is a philosophical and historical novel that delves into the visions and spiritual struggles of Saint Anthony the Great. Set in the Egyptian desert, the narrative unfolds as Anthony is besieged by a series of increasingly vivid and surreal temptations. These temptations take the form of carnal desires, heretical beliefs, and encounters with figures from throughout history and mythology. Flaubert's meticulously researched work explores themes of faith, doubt, and the allure of forbidden knowledge. Through Anthony's hallucinatory experiences, the novel examines the clash between Christianity and paganism, the nature of truth, and the human condition. "The Temptation of Saint Anthony" remains a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the inner life, showcasing Flaubert's masterful prose and profound insights into the complexities of the human spirit. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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