The Devil: A Tragedy of the Heart and Conscience

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

O'Brien, Joseph

Contributor:

Manning, Marie, -1945

Wilcox, Ella Wheeler, 1850-1919

Molnár, Ferenc, 1878-1952

Savage, Henry W., 1859-1927

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Devil: A Tragedy of the Heart and Conscience" by Joseph O'Brien is a novelized adaptation of Ferenc Molnár's play, likely written in the early 20th century. The story grapples with themes of love, temptation, and moral conflict, primarily focusing on the characters Karl Mahler, a struggling artist, and Olga Hofmann, a beautiful young woman caught in a web of conflicting emotions and past affections. The narrative provides a compelling examination of the battle between good and evil as it unfolds in the hearts of the characters. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the complex relationship between Karl, Olga, and her husband, Herman. As they interact during a dinner gathering, old feelings and jealousy resurface when it is suggested that Karl should paint Olga's portrait, bringing them alone together for the first time in years. This leads to an emotional stir, incited by the mysterious and malevolent figure of Dr. Millar, who represents temptation and evil. The initial chapters explore their interactions, hinting at the tension that exists beneath the polite surface, setting the stage for the deeper conflicts of love, fidelity, and the struggle against one's desires. Millar's presence looms, suggesting a sinister influence that threatens to unravel their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Adaption of "Az ördög" by Molnar

Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2008-07-02