Isbn: 9780243320912 - the Dial, 1896 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the concept of repentance in literature, focusing on one of the most profound and exhaustive treatments of the subjectâ"the transformation of Durtal, an initially deplorable character, in J. K. Huysmans' novel "En Route." The author demonstrates how Durtal's spiritual crisis leads him on a journey through the Church and its rituals, where he encounters various mystical and heretical ideas. While grappling with his baser instincts and struggling to embrace a life of virtue, Durtal's transformation reveals the intricacies of the human soul's capacity for redemption. This in-depth exploration of Durtal's spiritual odyssey provides valuable insights into the nature of repentance, the complexities of human nature, and the enduring relevance of spiritual themes in literature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…