
Temptation Of St. Anthony
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Set in the Egyptian desert, *The Temptation of Saint Anthony* follows the titular character, an aging hermit, as he confronts a series of visions and encounters that test his commitment to his solitary life and his beliefs. Throughout the night, Anthony is visited by figures representing various forms of temptation, including seductive women, demons, philosophers, and figures from the Bible. These encounters represent Anthony's internal struggles with lust, doubt, power, and the fear of death. The novel's vivid imagery and psychological depth explore the complex nature of human desires, the power of faith, and the struggle to maintain one's resolve in the face of profound temptations. *The Temptation of Saint Anthony* is less a traditional narrative and more an exploration of the human psyche through a series of symbolic encounters and philosophical reflections, making it a complex and thought-provoking work.Book Details
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Gustave Flaubert
France
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