The Legend of Sister Beatrix by Charles Nodier

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Author Nodier, Charles, 1780-1844
Translator Wooff, Michael
Uniform Title Légende de soeur Béatrix. English
Title The Legend of Sister Beatrix
Credits Produced by Michael Wooff
Summary "The Legend of Sister Beatrix" by Charles Nodier is a narrative written in the early 19th century that combines elements of romance and religious themes. The story unfolds in the picturesque landscape near the Jura mountains and focuses on the life of Beatrix, a young nun. The book explores themes of love, devotion, sin, and redemption, reflecting the conflicts between earthly desires and spiritual commitments. The tale begins with the legend of a saintly widow known simply as "THE SAINT," who establishes a convent in honor of the Virgin Mary. Fast forward two centuries later, we meet Beatrix, the devoted custodian of the convent. Her life takes a transformative turn when she falls in love with a wounded nobleman, Raymond, challenging her vows and spiritual commitment to Mary. As she grapples with her desires and the consequences of abandoning her pious life, she experiences a tumultuous emotional journey that leads to a profound realization about the true nature of love and faith. Ultimately, she returns to her convent, seeking forgiveness and redemption from the Virgin, realizing that genuine love encompasses both earthly and divine connections. The story masterfully weaves together elements of devotion and human struggle, highlighting the complexity of faith and love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Miracles -- Fiction
Subject Nuns -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 57202
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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