| Author |
Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
| Translator |
Marriage, Ellen, 1865-1946 |
| Title |
Christ in Flanders
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Christ in Flanders" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel written during the early 19th century, reflecting the Romantic era's themes and storytelling style. Set against the backdrop of a historically rich Brabant, the book weaves together elements of legend and moral allegory, exploring themes of faith, salvation, and human nature. Through the character of a mysterious traveler, the story delves into the contrasting lives of the wealthy and the poor, ultimately illustrating the crisis of belief and the power of hope. The narrative follows a group of passengers on a perilous boat journey from Cadzand to Ostend, who are caught in a fierce storm as they embark on this seemingly simple voyage. As tumultuous waves threaten to swallow them, a serene and enigmatic man – symbolizing Christ – emerges among the terrified passengers. The rich and noble individuals aboard exhibit disdain and fear, while the poor display faith and fortitude. As the supernatural unfolds and the waters rage, the stranger leads those who believe to safety by walking on the waves, leaving behind the doubters who sink into the depths. Ultimately, the story culminates in a reflection of faith's triumph and the moral of salvation through belief, prompting a connection to the divine amidst the trials of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1940 |
| Release Date |
Jun 28, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 20, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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