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2009-11-01
Public domain in the USA.
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DÉsque, Jean
1879
1956
Esque, Jean Louis de
DEsque, Jean
De Esque, Jean Louis
Stewart
09007937
Betelguese : $b A trip through hell
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betelguese,_a_Trip_Through_Hell
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"Betelguese" by Jean Louis de Esque is an ambitious poetic work created in the early 20th century. This complex piece can be classified as a narrative poem due to its rich imagery and detailed descriptions of a surreal and nightmarish vision of hell. The work explores themes of sin, punishment, and cosmic horror, drawing readers into an elaborate, imaginative world that reflects the author's deep contemplation of morality and the afterlife. The narrative unfolds as a vivid journey through a fantastical inferno set within the star Betelguese. The speaker entangles with grotesque imagery, depicting a horrifying realm filled with tormented souls, demonic creatures, and the consequences of moral failings. The poem combines elements of mythology, dark fantasy, and allegorical elements to present a harrowing exploration of despair and sin. As the protagonists navigate this nightmarish landscape, they encounter a range of horrors and spectral beings, capturing the complexities of the human experience and the eternal struggle with inner demons. Through its evocative language and expansive visions, "Betelguese" provides a haunting meditation on the nature of existence and the inevitable fate that awaits those who stray into darkness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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