The Red Egg to Samuel Pozzi is a novella written by Anatole France, first published in 1892. The story follows the journey of an egg as it passes through various owners and experiences different situations, ultimately leading to its discovery by a famous surgeon named Pozzi. Along the way, the egg encounters various characters, including a group of peasants who mistake it for a rare and valuable artifact, and a wealthy collector who purchases it but ultimately loses it. Throughout the novella, France explores themes of identity, class, and the human condition, using the egg as a symbol of the fragility and impermanence of life.
By Anatole France · First published 1892 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Drama, Literary Fiction