The Wandering Jew — Volume 09 by Eugène Sue
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About this eBook
| Author | Sue, Eugène, 1804-1857 |
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| Title | The Wandering Jew — Volume 09 |
| Note | Translation of Le Juif errant. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger and Pat Castevens |
| Summary | "The Wandering Jew — Volume 09" by Eugène Sue is a historical novel written during the mid-19th century. The narrative delves into themes of fate, suffering, and redemption as it follows the character of the Constant Wanderer, who grapples with a burden of guilt tied to his dark past and the suffering of others throughout the ages. His journey leads him to Paris, a city rife with social turmoil and plagued by disasters, where he fears the spread of calamity through his presence. At the start of the book, the Constant Wanderer is introduced standing atop Montmartre, reflecting on his tumultuous history and contemplating the unfortunate fate he might bring upon Paris once again. With his arrival, he recalls a legacy of grief he inadvertently carried across centuries, leading to plagues and despair among his people. As he wrestles with his fears, the scene shifts to the city where rumors of cholera are spreading. The opening establishes a deep existential anxiety, exploring the wanderer's poignant hope that rather than bringing death, he could instead help unite and uplift those suffering in Paris. The narrative sets the stage for a rich tapestry of intertwined destinies, hinting at the impending conflicts and moral inquiries that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Jesuits -- Fiction |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Fiction |
| Subject | Wandering Jew -- Fiction |
| Subject | France -- History -- Louis Philippe, 1830-1848 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3347 |
| Release Date | Oct 25, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 27 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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