The Three Cities Trilogy: Rome, Volume 1 by Émile Zola

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Author Zola, Émile, 1840-1902
Translator Vizetelly, Ernest Alfred, 1853-1922
Title The Three Cities Trilogy: Rome, Volume 1
Credits Produced by Dagny and David Widger
Summary "The Three Cities Trilogy: Rome, Volume 1" by Émile Zola is a novel written during the late 19th century. This work marks the beginning of Zola's historical exploration of Rome, focusing on themes such as faith, society, and the individual’s struggle against a rigid system. The central figure introduced is Abbe Pierre Froment, a young priest who arrives in Rome embazed with hope about rekindling the power of Christianity in a modern context and working toward the redemption of the impoverished. The opening of the novel details Abbe Froment's arrival in Rome after a lengthy train journey, eliciting a mix of emotion and wonder for the city that represents both historical grandeur and spiritual significance. His initial impressions paint a vivid mental picture of the city’s landscapes, architecture, and the transition between its ancient glory and modern life. The priest's reflections reveal his internal conflicts and aspirations — he carries the weight of his experiences from Paris, where he was deeply involved in charitable work among the poor. As he traverses the city, he grapples with the ideas of faith, charity, and justice, determined to seek answers regarding the church's role in contemporary society and its potential revival amidst the ills of modern life. Thus, the beginning sets the stage for a broader narrative that promises to weave together personal and societal struggles against the elaborate backdrop of Rome's storied history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Clergy -- Fiction
Subject Rome (Italy) -- Fiction
Subject Catholics -- Fiction
Subject Christian pilgrims and pilgrimages -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 8721
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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