The Legend of Saint Julian the Hospitaller
A young nobleman's descent into madness and crime after witnessing a gruesome accident on his wedding day sets off a chain of events that leads to his eventual downfall. The story explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.
By Gustave Flaubert · First published 1857 · Genre: Religious Fiction, Legend, Historical Fiction · 3 chapters · 11,190 words
First lines
Julian's father and mother dwelt in a castle built on the slope of a hill, in the heart of the woods.
The towers at its four corners had pointed roofs covered with leaden tiles, and the foundation rested upon solid rocks, which descended abruptly to the bottom of the moat.
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The Legend of Saint Julian the Hospitaller is listed on Textopian as a novella by Gustave Flaubert, dated 1857 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Gustave Flaubert
- Date: 1857 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Fiction, Legend, Historical Fiction, Moral Allegory, Adventure
- Length: 11,190 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 208 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious Fiction — The narrative centers around themes of sin, redemption, and divine intervention, culminating in a spiritual transformation.
- Legend — The story is a retelling of a traditional legend, focusing on the life and deeds of a saintly figure.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and details reflect a medieval historical context, with castles, knights, and period-specific customs.
- Moral Allegory — The plot serves as an allegory for moral and ethical lessons, illustrating the consequences of actions and the path to salvation.
Tags
Christianity · Fiction · French Literature · Historical Fiction · Hospitaller Order · Medieval Setting · Moral Allegory · Philosophy · Psychological Insight · Religious Themes · Sainthood · Social Commentary