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Title:
The Priest's Tale - Père Etienne
From "The New Decameron", Volume III.
Note: Reading ease score: 88.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Priest's Tale - Père Etienne" by Robert Keable is a novel written in the early 20th century that delves into themes of faith, exploration, and the connections between cultures. The book follows the story of Père Etienne, a Catholic priest on a mission in Africa, as he recounts his experiences and interactions with the local people during his long tenure in the region. It explores the spiritual and emotional facets of missionary work, encapsulating both the joys and the sacrifices that come with it. In the narrative, Père Etienne reflects on his memories of the hidden town of Mtakatifuni and its last remaining inhabitants, particularly focusing on an elderly native named Mwezi. Mwezi had devoted his life to waiting for a white priest foretold in a vision—a figure he believed would bring faith and community to his village. When Père Etienne finally arrives, Mwezi, filled with anticipation, hopes to meet the man of his dreams—a man who ultimately turns out not to be the one he envisioned. The climax of their story revolves around a profound connection forged through faith and longing. As Père Etienne uncovers the town's history and the loss experienced by Mwezi, the narrative beautifully highlights the intersections of destiny, spirituality, and the profound impact of human relationships across cultural divides. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Keable, Robert, 1887-1927
EBook No.: 22478
Published: Aug 31, 2007
Downloads: 85
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Africa -- Fiction
Subject: Missionaries -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Priest's Tale - Père Etienne
From "The New Decameron", Volume III.
Note: Reading ease score: 88.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Priest's Tale - Père Etienne" by Robert Keable is a novel written in the early 20th century that delves into themes of faith, exploration, and the connections between cultures. The book follows the story of Père Etienne, a Catholic priest on a mission in Africa, as he recounts his experiences and interactions with the local people during his long tenure in the region. It explores the spiritual and emotional facets of missionary work, encapsulating both the joys and the sacrifices that come with it. In the narrative, Père Etienne reflects on his memories of the hidden town of Mtakatifuni and its last remaining inhabitants, particularly focusing on an elderly native named Mwezi. Mwezi had devoted his life to waiting for a white priest foretold in a vision—a figure he believed would bring faith and community to his village. When Père Etienne finally arrives, Mwezi, filled with anticipation, hopes to meet the man of his dreams—a man who ultimately turns out not to be the one he envisioned. The climax of their story revolves around a profound connection forged through faith and longing. As Père Etienne uncovers the town's history and the loss experienced by Mwezi, the narrative beautifully highlights the intersections of destiny, spirituality, and the profound impact of human relationships across cultural divides. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Keable, Robert, 1887-1927
EBook No.: 22478
Published: Aug 31, 2007
Downloads: 85
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Africa -- Fiction
Subject: Missionaries -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.