Author
Lucien Fabre
1889-1952
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Books by Lucien Fabre
Rabevel, ou le mal des ardents, Volume 2 (of 3) : $b Le financier Rabevel
"Rabevel, ou le mal des ardents, Volume 2 (of 3): Le financier Rabevel" by Lucien Fabre is a novel published in 1923. This Prix Goncourt winner follows Rabevel, an ambitious young financier in Third Republic France between 1875 and 1919. Both calculating and passionate, he sacrifices his true love for a strategic marriage yet remains tormented by unfulfilled desire. Suffering from "le mal des ardents"—an exasperation of the desire to live and feel intensely—Rabevel conducts business like an adventurer, only to discover his professional life merely masks deeper dissatisfaction.
Rabevel, ou le mal des ardents, Volume 3 (of 3) : $b La fin de Rabevel
"Rabevel, ou le mal des ardents, Volume 3 (of 3): La fin de Rabevel" by Fabre is a novel published in 1923. This final volume concludes the story of Rabevel, an ambitious young financier consumed by "the ardent sickness"—an exasperation of desire to live and feel intensely. Calculating yet passionate, he sacrifices his true love for a marriage of convenience, remaining tormented until death by this unfulfilled passion. Set during France's Third Republic, the novel explores whether a businessman's ventures can satisfy profound inner desires.
Rabevel, ou le mal des ardents, Volume 1 (of 3) : $b La jeunesse de Rabevel
"Rabevel, ou le mal des ardents, Volume 1 (of 3): La jeunesse de Rabevel" by Lucien Fabre is a novel published in 1923. This Prix Goncourt winner follows Rabevel, a young and ambitious financier in pre-war Third Republic France. He suffers from "mal des ardents"—an exasperation of desire to live and feel everything intensely. Calculating yet passionate, Rabevel sacrifices true love for a marriage of convenience, but remains haunted by unfulfilled longing. His business pursuits become mere outlets for deeper dissatisfaction, blending romance with the ruthless world of early twentieth-century finance.
Connaissance de la Déesse
"Connaissance de la Déesse" by Lucien Fabre is a poetic work published in the early 20th century. This book explores themes related to desire, sensuality, and the divine aspects of femininity through a series of interconnected poems that delve into the experiences and emotions associated with these concepts. Fabre’s writing reflects the symbolist movement of his time, embodying a quest for the essence of beauty and profound artistic expression. Through its structured verses, the collection presents personified elements of love and desire, articulated in various forms including the Goddess, the Concubine, and other archetypes. Each poem captures a unique perspective on the interplay of pleasure, longing, and the complexities of relationships, culminating in a profound exploration of spiritual and physical experiences. Fabre’s work intricately weaves together observations of nature, introspection, and the human condition, inviting readers to reflect on their own perceptions of love and existence amidst the evocative beauty of his language.