Abbe Prevost

Abbe Prevost, also known as Antoine Francois Prevost d'Exiles, was a French author, novelist, and translator best known for his novel 'Manon Lescaut', which is part of his larger work 'Memoires et aventures d'un homme de qualite'. Born on April 1, 1697, and passing away on November 25, 1763, Prevost's work was influential in the development of the novel as a literary form in the 18th century. His writing is characterized by its detailed exploration of characters' emotions and the societal norms of his time.

Books

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  1. 1. Manon Lescaut

    "Manon Lescaut" is a tragic novel about a young man of good family who sacrifices everything for his passionate love for a beautiful but deceitful woman, Manon. Despite his sincere love for Manon, she continually betrays him for wealth and comfort, leading to their downfall. The story is a cautionary tale about the destructive power of obsessive love and the tragic consequences of a lack of moral strength and self-discipline.