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The book presents a vivid and imaginative exploration of the temptations faced by the hermit saint, often seen as the founder of monasticism, through a dramatic prose poem. Initially met with harsh criticism, the author, Flaubert, revisited and extensively revised the work before ultimately publishing it as a reflection of his life's achievements. The narrative delves into themes of faith, solitude, and the struggles of spiritual existence.
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The Temptation of St Antony, Gustave Flaubert
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- The Temptation of St Antony
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gustave Flaubert
- Publisher
- Penguin Group
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9780140448412
- Category
- Fiction, Poetry, Historical prose
- Description
- The book presents a vivid and imaginative exploration of the temptations faced by the hermit saint, often seen as the founder of monasticism, through a dramatic prose poem. Initially met with harsh criticism, the author, Flaubert, revisited and extensively revised the work before ultimately publishing it as a reflection of his life's achievements. The narrative delves into themes of faith, solitude, and the struggles of spiritual existence.