The Queen Pedauque
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Sprache:Englisch
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Verlag:Wildside Press
Fr. 33.90
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Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
09.08.2024
Verlag
Wildside PressSeitenzahl
324
Maße (L/B/H)
21.6/14/1.9 cm
Gewicht
459 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-4344-6335-7
The Queen Pédauque (original title: La Rôtisserie de la reine Pédauque) is a novel by Anatole France, first published in 1893. This satirical and philosophical work is set in 18th-century France and follows the adventures of the young Jacques Ménétrier, the son of a rotisserie owner in Paris. Jacques becomes an apprentice to the enigmatic Abbé Jérôme Coignard, an erudite yet morally ambiguous priest. Together, they embark on a series of adventures that involve mystical and philosophical themes, encountering a colorful cast of characters, including magicians, alchemists, and courtiers. The novel explores themes of knowledge, belief, and the conflict between reason and superstition. Through the interactions between Jacques, Coignard, and the people they meet, Anatole France offers a humorous critique of the intellectual and social climate of the time. The Queen Pédauque is known for its wit, rich historical detail, and its exploration of philosophical ideas, making it a notable example of France's literary style.
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