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100	1		_aFrance, Anatole, _d1844-1924
245	1	0	_aBalthasar and Other Works - 1909
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-05-09
505	0		_aBalthasar The Curé's Mignonette M. Pigeonneau The Daughter Of Lilith Laeta Acilia The Red Egg
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aShort stories, French -- Translations into English
653			_aFrench fiction -- Translations into English
700	1		_aLane, John, Mrs.
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22059
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