Conscience (1905)

Conscience is a novel written by French author Hector Malot and first published in 1905. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Jacques Br�����montier, who is raised in a wealthy family but becomes disillusioned with their materialistic values. Jacques is conflicted between his desire for material success and his conscience, which tells him to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. As Jacques navigates his way through life, he meets several people who challenge his beliefs and help him understand the true meaning of happiness. He falls in love with a young woman named Germaine, but their relationship is complicated by their different social backgrounds. Throughout the novel, Malot explores themes of morality, conscience, and the pursuit of happiness. He portrays Jacques as a complex character who struggles with his own desires and the expectations of society. Conscience is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human nature and the importance of following one's conscience. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.