At the Sign of the Reine Pedauque

At the Sign of the Reine Pedauque is a novel written by French author Anatole France. The story is set in the 18th century in France and follows the life of a young man named Gerard who is studying to become a lawyer. Gerard is a free-spirited and curious individual who becomes fascinated with the secrets that lie behind the doors of a mysterious inn called the Reine Pedauque. The inn is owned by a group of eccentric characters who are involved in a secret society that practices alchemy and the occult. Gerard becomes obsessed with uncovering the secrets of the society and begins to attend their meetings. As he becomes more involved in their world, he begins to question his own beliefs and morals.The novel explores themes of morality, religion, and the pursuit of knowledge. It is a satirical commentary on the French society of the time and the hypocrisy of the church. The story is filled with vivid descriptions of the characters and the setting, and the writing is both witty and philosophical.Overall, At the Sign of the Reine Pedauque is a thought-provoking and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on the society and culture of 18th century France.1893. With an introduction by William J. Locke. Anatole France (pseudonym for Jacques Anatole Francois Thibault), was a writer, critic, and one of the major figures of French literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1921. At the Sign of the Reine Pedauque is his most celebrated novel; a vast tableau of life in 18th century France. The central figure of the novel, the Abbe Coignard, a complex, ironical and lovable character, reappears in Les Opinions de Jerome Coignard and The Well of Saint Claire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.