Anatole France’s searing tale of a monk and the beautiful courtesan who tempts him from the path of righteousness. In “Thais,” France explores themes of morality, love, and redemption through the journey of a devoted monk named Rhoda, who finds himself entangled with Thais, a captivating and enigmatic figure in ancient Alexandria. The novel delves into the complexities of human nature and the struggle between spiritual purity and worldly desires. First published in 1910, this edition by Wildside Press brings France’s masterpiece to English readers with an introduction that provides context for its significance in French literature.