Consuelo Pigeon

In the tumultuous aftermath of the French Revolution, a young priest grapples with the complexities of faith and reason in Anatole France's thought-provoking novel, "The Gods are Athirst." Set against the backdrop of a small provincial town, the story follows Abbé Lantaigne as he navigates the treacherous waters of religious fervor, political upheaval, and the allure of forbidden love. As the Reign of Terror tightens its grip, Lantaigne's beliefs are tested to their limits, forcing him to confront the true nature of his faith and the price of his convictions.