La Schultz, Jeanne 1862-1910 creator text utu 2022 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "La Main de Sainte Modestine" by Jeanne Schultz is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of faith, love, and the intertwining of the sacred and the profane through the lens of a small village that venerates a miraculous relic. The story centers on Catheline, a young woman whose heartache over her lost love drives her to seek solace in the chapel dedicated to Sainte Modestine. The opening of "La Main de Sainte Modestine" introduces readers to the enchanting yet somber atmosphere surrounding the relic of Sainte Modestine, a beautifully preserved hand that draws the admiration and devotion of the faithful. Through vivid descriptions, the narrative captures the diverse responses of the villagers, from pious adoration to jealousy over the relic's reputation. Catheline's emotional turmoil is hinted at as she navigates the complexities of love and loss in the wake of her beloved Séverin's departure, and her visits to the chapel reflect her longing for comfort and understanding. This initial glimpse sets the stage for an exploration of human emotions, spirituality, and the power of longing in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) La main de sainte Modestine -- Les rameaux de François -- Bonnets de coton -- Entrée dans le monde -- Petite plage -- Le cheval du maréchal -- Chasse aux alouettes -- Entrevue -- Aux lumières -- Le tiroir. Release date is 2022-08-06 Laurent Vogel, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) Originally published: France: Nelson, 1922 Short stories, French French fiction -- 19th century PQ France: Nelson, 1922 https://hdl.handle.net/2027/pst.000020500504 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68701 https://hdl.handle.net/2027/pst.000020500504 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68701 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134604.0 68701