02195cam a22003373u 4500 22059 UtSlPG 20260610133516.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PQ France, Anatole, 1844-1924 Balthasar and Other Works - 1909 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-05-09 Balthasar The Curé's Mignonette M. Pigeonneau The Daughter Of Lilith Laeta Acilia The Red Egg Produced by David Widger "Balthasar and Other Works" by Anatole France is a collection of literary works written in the early 20th century. The main narrative follows Balthasar, a young king of Ethiopia, who embarks on a journey to visit the renowned Queen of Sheba, Balkis. As the story unfolds, themes of love, treachery, and the quest for wisdom intertwine with rich historical context, contrasting the pursuits of the heart with deeper philosophical questions. The opening of "Balthasar" introduces us to the titular character, who is described as a noble and comely young king traveling to Sheba accompanied by a mage and a eunuch. Their journey is marked by moments of wonder and introspection, leading to a fateful meeting with Queen Balkis. Despite the political purpose of his visit, Balthasar is captivated by her beauty and charm, resulting in comedic and poignant encounters. The narrative sets the stage for Balthasar's inner turmoil and the complexities of love and duty that will unfold, drawing readers into its rich tapestry of characters and emotions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories, French -- Translations into English French fiction -- Translations into English Lane, John, Mrs. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22059 63203 63203