{"product_id":"the-six-greatest-novels-of-anatole-france-9781479413515","title":"The Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpanning history, philosophy, satire, and romance, \u003cem\u003eThe Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France\u003c\/em\u003e showcases the literary brilliance that earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature. \u003cem\u003ePenguin Island\u003c\/em\u003e is a scathing allegory that reimagines world history through the lens of a mythical society of penguins, exposing the absurdities of human civilization. \u003cem\u003eThe Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard\u003c\/em\u003e follows a kindhearted scholar whose obsession with rare manuscripts leads to profound moral dilemmas. \u003cem\u003eThe Revolt of the Angels\u003c\/em\u003e offers a bold, subversive tale of celestial beings rebelling against divine authority in a reflection on free will and enlightenment. \u003cem\u003eThe Gods Are Athirst\u003c\/em\u003e immerses readers in the Reign of Terror, exploring the descent of an idealistic artist into fanatical violence. \u003cem\u003eThaïs\u003c\/em\u003e, a mesmerizing historical novel, traces the spiritual and sensual transformation of an early Christian monk and a beautiful courtesan in ancient Egypt. Finally, \u003cem\u003eThe Red Lily\u003c\/em\u003e delves into passion and betrayal in Parisian high society, examining the complexities of love and infidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith masterful storytelling, rich historical context, and profound philosophical inquiry, this collection offers an essential introduction to one of France's greatest literary minds. A must-read for lovers of classic literature, \u003cem\u003eThe Six Greatest Novels of Anatole France\u003c\/em\u003e remains as thought-provoking today as when it was first written.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePenguin Island\u003c\/em\u003e (A. W. Evans, translator); \u003cem\u003eThe Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard\u003c\/em\u003e (Lafcadio Hearn, translator); \u003cem\u003eThe Revolt of the Angels\u003c\/em\u003e (Mrs. Wilfrid Jackson, translator); \u003cem\u003eThe Gods Are Athirst\u003c\/em\u003e (Alfred Allinson, translator); \u003cem\u003eThaїs \u003c\/em\u003e(Robert B. Douglas, translator); and \u003cem\u003eThe Red Lilly\u003c\/em\u003e (Winifred Stephens, translator).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Anatole France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1479413518\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781479413515\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wildside Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 974\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.67lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 2.17d","brand":"Anatole France","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48871392575743,"sku":"9781479413515","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-six-greatest-novels-of-anatole-france-9781479413515","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}