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The Kiss to the Leper

1922

François Mauriac

The Kiss to the Leper

The Kiss to the Leper

François Mauriac

1922

French Literature, Novels

Translated by James Whitall

''The Kiss to the Leper'' is a 1922 novel by François Mauriac that explores themes of love, faith, and redemption through the experiences of Charles, a disillusioned French priest. Sent to a leprosarium to care for patients, Charles confronts his own humanity and spiritual crisis as he interacts with the lepers and a compassionate nurse named Marthe. The narrative delves into moral conflicts and the transformative power of connection, challenging societal norms and personal insecurities.

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