The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard
An Elegant Literary Mystery of Obsession and Redemption in 19th-Century FranceBy Anatole France
Length7h 27m
About this audiobook
In "The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard," Anatole France intricately weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of art, love, and morality through the eyes of a scholarly bibliophile. The novel, showcasing France'Äôs hallmark wit and philosophical musings, unfolds around the life of Sylvestre Bonnard, an aging man whose passion for books leads him into moral quandaries and soft tragedy. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Paris, the text reflects the Symbolist movement, featuring rich, evocative language and a nuanced character study that invites readers to contemplate the intersection of literary obsession and ethical dilemmas. Anatole France, a Nobel laureate in Literature, is known for his critical engagement with contemporary social and political issues, often embedding these themes within his fictional works. His own background as a scholar and a book lover informs the character of Bonnard, with France's lifelong admiration for literature and his experiences with the philosophical debates of his time shaping the narrative'Äôs premise. This duality of passion and intellect reveals France's deep-seated contemplation of the human condition. "The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard" is not just an old-world tale, but a profound exploration of how one's intellectual pursuits can lead to unintended consequences. As such, it is a seminal work for those engaged in literary studies or simply seeking a thought-provoking read. France'Äôs eloquent prose and insightful examination of moral dilemmas make this book a timeless treasure worthy of every reader's attention.
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Rating★★★★ 3.7 (1.3K)
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length7 hrs 27 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 26, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART I—THE LOG
22From May 2 to May 5.
2December 24, 1849.
23June 3.
3August 30, 1850
24June 4.
4May 7, 1851
25June 6.
5July 8, 1852.
26July 6.
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6August 20, 1859.
27August 12.
7October 10, 1859.
28September-December.
8October 25, 1859.
29December 15.
9Naples, November 10, 1859.
30December 20.
10Monte-Allegro, November 30, 1859.
31February 186-.
11Girgenti. Same day.
32April-June
12Girgenti, November 30, 1859.
33August, September.
13Paris, December 8, 1859.
34October 3.
14December 30, 1859.
35December 28.
15PART II—THE DAUGHTER OF CLEMENTINE
36December 29.
16Chapter I—The Fairy
37January 15, 186-.
17Chapter II
38May.
18Chapter III
39September 20.
19Chapter IV—The Little Saint-George
40The Last Page
20April 16.
41August 21, 1869.
21April 17.
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