The Diary of a Country Priest by Georges Bernanos
"The Diary of a Country Priest" is a novel centered around a young, inexperienced priest assigned to his first parish in rural France. The narrative unfolds through the priest's diary entries, revealing his struggles with his health, faith, and the indifference or hostility of his parishioners. Despite the hardships, the priest remains committed to his vocation and the spiritual welfare of his community. His journey is marked by self-doubt, loneliness, and a humble yet profound understanding of suffering and grace.
The 1604th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1936
- Nationality
- French
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 300-400
- Words
- 72,000
- Original Language
- French
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- 100th on Pour une Bibliothèque Idéale (Raymond Queneau)
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