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This is an edition of the Mauriac novel, presented in the original French. The text is accompanied by comprehensive notes and an informative introduction, and is designed to facilitate a greater understanding of this great work of French literature.

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The barrister opened a door.

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This is book 35 of 99 in Le Monde's 100 Books of the Century. (authoritative list)

Preceded by The Sound and the Fury, and followed by Zazie in the Metro.

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  1. François Mauriac (Author)
  2. Gerard Hopkins

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