The Thibaults

"The Thibaults" is a sweeping family saga that explores the lives of two brothers, Antoine and Jacques, as they navigate the complexities of early 20th-century French society. Set against the backdrop of a world teetering on the brink of the Great War, this masterpiece by Roger Martin du Gard offers a profound examination of religious, social, and political tensions. The narrative contrasts the bourgeois stability of the Catholic Thibault family with the burgeoning revolutionary and individualistic spirit of the era. Through the eyes of the meticulous doctor Antoine and the rebellious, idealistic Jacques, the work delves into themes of familial loyalty, moral conflict, and the search for purpose. As the brothers forge their own paths, their personal struggles reflect the broader disintegration of the old European order. "The Thibaults" is renowned for its psychological depth and historical precision, providing a vivid portrait of a generation caught between tradition and radical change. This epic work remains a cornerstone of modern literary realism, capturing the human condition with exceptional detail and emotional resonance.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more