A young doctor of great promise marries money, and the money has a condition attached that he discovers only when the man who holds it will not die on schedule. Malot abandoned law for journalism and wrote some seventy novels, one of which — Sans Famille — outlived them all; this one is his study of a conscience being negotiated with, item by item, by a man who is not a villain.

"Conscience" is a story that explores themes of love, family, and societal expectations. The novel focuses on the character of Jean Roussel, a man who has experienced a difficult and troubled past. He is searching for redemption and a sense of belonging as he faces the consequences of his actions and seeks to rebuild his life.Hector Malot's works often delved into the human condition, and "Conscience" is no exception. It is a novel that examines the moral dilemmas faced by its characters a...

The story follows the life of Rémi, a young boy who is orphaned at a very young age and grows up in difficult circumstances. Rémi's journey takes him through various trials and tribulations as he seeks to find his true identity and a place where he belongs.As Rémi travels across France, he encounters a variety of characters, some kind and compassionate, while others are cruel and exploitative. Throughout his adventures, Rémi learns valuable life lessons about love, friendship, and resilien...

"Conscience" is a story that explores themes of love, family, and societal expectations. The novel focuses on the character of Jean Roussel, a man who has experienced a difficult and troubled past. He is searching for redemption and a sense of belonging as he faces the consequences of his actions and seeks to rebuild his life.Hector Malot's works often delved into the human condition, and "Conscience" is no exception. It is a novel that examines the moral dilemmas faced by its characters a...

The story follows the adventures of a young orphan girl named Perrine who, after the death of her mother, finds herself alone and destitute in the world. With nowhere else to turn, Perrine sets out on a journey to find her grandfather, a wealthy and influential man who is unaware of her existence. Along the way, she encounters various challenges and forms relationships with a diverse cast of characters, including kind-hearted strangers and cunning adversaries.As Perrine navigates her way t...

"Conscience" is a story that explores themes of love, family, and societal expectations. The novel focuses on the character of Jean Roussel, a man who has experienced a difficult and troubled past. He is searching for redemption and a sense of belonging as he faces the consequences of his actions and seeks to rebuild his life.Hector Malot's works often delved into the human condition, and "Conscience" is no exception. It is a novel that examines the moral dilemmas faced by its characters a...

"Conscience" is a story that explores themes of love, family, and societal expectations. The novel focuses on the character of Jean Roussel, a man who has experienced a difficult and troubled past. He is searching for redemption and a sense of belonging as he faces the consequences of his actions and seeks to rebuild his life.Hector Malot's works often delved into the human condition, and "Conscience" is no exception. It is a novel that examines the moral dilemmas faced by its characters a...

Dans la «La Duchesse d’Arvernes», second tome de la trilogie «La Bohème tapageuse», le duc de Naurouse, avec la petite rente qui lui laisse le conseil judiciaire imposé par son grand-père, s’est retiré dans une propriété au sud de la France. Une vie simple, des sorties à cheval, des études pour combler les lacunes de son éducation volontairement négligée, améliorent sa santé. Mais voilà que l’on fait courir, à Paris, le bruit qu’il est décédé. Le duc effectue un retour fracassant et gagne ...

I was a foundling. But until I was eight years of age I thought I had a mother like other children, for when I cried a woman held me tightly in her arms and rocked me gently until my tears stopped falling. I never got into bed without her coming to kiss me, and when the December winds blew the icy snow against the window panes, she would take my feet between her hands and warm them, while she sang to me. Even now I can remember the song she used to sing. If a storm came on while I was out ...

Hector Malot's most famous book, tells the story of an orphan, raised by a loving adoptive mother, later sold to an entertainer, traveling across the French countryside.Nobody's Boy became immensely popular as a children's book, although Malot did not intended as such.Also published in English as The Foundling.

The Complete Works of Hector MalotThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - Baccara2 - Anie3 - Cara4 - Clotilde Martory5 - Comte du Pape6 - Conscience7 - Corysandre8 - Ghislaine9 - Ida et Carmelita10 - En famille11 - Une femme d'argent12 - Alleen op de Wereld13 - Nobody's Boy14 - Nobody's Girl15 - Conscience - Volume 116 - ...

Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors.For this book, the literary critic August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful novels ofHector Malotwich areNobody's Boy and Conscience. Henry Malot's works have met with great success in all countries. They possess that lasting interest which attends all work based on keen observation and masterly analysis of the secret motives of human actions. Novels selected for ...