The Country Parson: Le Cure De Village (1896)

By Honoré de Balzac

Book Overview

The Country Parson: Le Cure De Village is a novel written by Honore de Balzac and published in 1896. The story is set in a small French village and follows the life of a country parson, Father Bonnet. He is a kind and compassionate man who is committed to his faith and to serving the people of his village. As the novel unfolds, we see Father Bonnet facing various challenges, both personal and professional. He struggles with his own doubts and fears, and also with the difficult personalities of some of his parishioners. Despite these challenges, he remains steadfast in his commitment to his calling and to his community. Throughout the novel, Balzac explores themes of faith, morality, and the complexities of human relationships. He also provides a vivid portrait of rural French life in the 19th century, with its customs, traditions, and social hierarchies. Overall, The Country Parson is a moving and insightful novel that offers a rich and nuanced portrayal of a humble and dedicated man of the cloth. It is a testament to Balzac's skill as a writer and his deep understanding of human nature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166997227
• ISBN13: 9781166997229
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"