{"product_id":"the-red-lily-by-anatole-france-paperback","title":"The Red Lily, by Anatole France (Paperback)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Red Lily\u003c\/em\u003e (original title: \u003cem\u003eLe Lys Rouge\u003c\/em\u003e) is a novel by Anatole France, first published in 1894. The novel is set in Paris and Italy and is a romantic and psychological exploration of love, art, and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story follows the passionate affair between Thérèse Martin-Bellême, a beautiful and sophisticated woman trapped in a loveless marriage, and her lover, Robert Le Ménil, a dashing and idealistic young man. As their relationship unfolds, the novel delves into themes of desire, betrayal, and the constraints imposed by societal norms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Red Lily\u003c\/em\u003e is known for its rich descriptions and introspective character development. Anatole France uses the affair as a lens to explore broader questions about the nature of love and the conflict between individual desires and social expectations. The novel's title refers to a symbolic painting that plays a significant role in the narrative, representing the complexities and contradictions of the characters' emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wildside Press LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43184485826769,"sku":"9781434431615","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5981\/5377\/files\/9781434431615_FC.jpg?v=1784071570","url":"https:\/\/startlingstories.us\/products\/the-red-lily-by-anatole-france-paperback","provider":"Startling Stories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}