The Holy Sinner
The Holy Sinner
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Unnamed Medieval Europe • Medieval Era
1997
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Holy Sinner by Thomas Mann, a person embarks on a journey through the tapestry of medieval myths and religious tradition. This individual’s tale explores themes of sin, redemption, and identity, blending allegory with spirituality while highlighting the complexity and duality inherent in human beings' lives.
Mysterious
Dark
Contemplative
Fantastical
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Holy Sinner by Thomas Mann is lauded for its intricate exploration of themes like guilt, redemption, and human fallibility through mythic storytelling. Mann’s prose is celebrated for its depth and philosophical richness. However, some readers find the narrative’s complexity and philosophical underpinnings challenging, which may detract from its accessibility.
Who Should Read The Holy Sinner?
A reader who relishes The Holy Sinner by Thomas Mann appreciates rich allegorical tales blending myth and psychoanalysis. Fans of works like The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco or The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov, which fuse history, fantasy, and philosophy, will find this novel compelling and thought-provoking.
1,898 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Unnamed Medieval Europe • Medieval Era
1997
Adult
18+ years
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