Le vœu d'être chaste: roman by Emile Pouvillon
(9 User reviews)
1335
Pouvillon, Emile, 1840-1906
French
"Le vœu d'être chaste: roman" by Émile Pouvillon is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative seems to explore themes of faith, morality, and the struggles of a young seminarian, Gilbert Nohèdes, as he navigates the challenges of religious devotion against the backdrop of worldly temptations. The story delves into Gilbert's reflectio...
the novel introduces Gilbert Nohèdes, who is a seminarian preparing to leave for his summer vacations. As he recollects his journey towards the priesthood, his thoughts drift from childhood innocence to the hardships of adolescence, marked by a profound loss and a moral crisis stemming from his father's infidelity. He experiences an inner battle between his spiritual ambitions and the allure of worldly pleasures, especially as he prepares to return to his hometown where memories of a childhood friend, Claire Mériel, haunt him. The tensions between his devout aspirations and the mundane realities of life begin to surface, setting the stage for deeper conflicts as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Donald Lopez
4 weeks agoHonestly, the arguments are well-supported by credible references. I learned so much from this.
Daniel Hernandez
4 months agoAs an avid reader, the insights offered are both practical and thought-provoking. I’ll be referencing this again soon.
James Johnson
2 months agoThis was recommended to me by a colleague and it provides a comprehensive overview that is perfect for students and experts alike. Truly inspiring.
There are no comments for this eBook.
Nancy Wright
3 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. Time very well spent.