The Well Of Saint Clare

The Well of Saint Clare is a novel written by Anatole France, first published in 1895. The story is set in a small French town in the 13th century, and follows the life of a young girl named Marguerite, who is the daughter of a poor weaver. Marguerite is known for her beauty and kind heart, and is loved by all who know her.One day, Marguerite discovers a hidden well in the woods, which is said to have healing powers. She becomes obsessed with the well and spends all her time there, praying and seeking solace. Her father, worried about her strange behavior, consults the local priest, who becomes convinced that Marguerite is possessed by the devil.As Marguerite's obsession with the well deepens, she becomes increasingly isolated from her family and friends. She is eventually accused of witchcraft and sentenced to death. However, a group of monks from the nearby abbey intervene, and Marguerite is saved from the stake.The novel explores themes of religious fanaticism, superstition, and the power of faith. It is a poignant and thought-provoking story that delves into the complexities of human nature and the dangers of blind belief.On coming to himself, he smelt the perfume of myrtles and roses, and looking out of window saw a garden that descended in successive declivities to the sea. Signora Loreta, standing at his bed's head, took up her viol and began playing a tender air.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.