The Son - Paul Bourget

The Son: Andre Cornelis is a novel written by French author Paul Bourget and originally published in 1893. The story follows the life of the titular character, Andre Cornelis, as he struggles to find his place in the world and reconcile his desires with his sense of duty and morality.Andre is the son of a wealthy and respected businessman, and he is expected to follow in his father's footsteps and become a successful businessman himself. However, Andre is more interested in art and culture, and he longs to pursue a career as a writer. This conflict between his own desires and his family's expectations leads Andre down a path of self-discovery and personal growth.As Andre navigates the complexities of his personal and professional life, he grapples with issues of love, loyalty, and the meaning of success. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters who challenge his beliefs and force him to confront his own limitations and weaknesses.The Son: Andre Cornelis is a thought-provoking and introspective novel that explores themes of identity, ambition, and the search for meaning in life. Bourget's writing is both insightful and engaging, making this book a timeless classic of French literature.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.

EAN: 9781437311464