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The Song of Bernadette

Name: The Song of Bernadette
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Book Synopsis: This is the classic work that tells the true story surrounding the miraculous visions of St. Bernadette Soubirous at Lourdes, France in 1858. Werfel, a highly respected anti-Nazi writer from Vienna, became a Jewish refugee who barely escaped death in 1940, and wrote this moving story to fulfill a promise he made to God. While hiding in the little village of Lourdes, Werfel felt the Nazi noose tightening, and realizing that he and his wife might well be caught and executed, he made a promise to God to write about the “song of Bernadette” that he had been inspired by during his clandestine stay in Lourdes. Though Werfel was Jewish, he was so deeply impressed by both Bernadette and the happenings at Lourdes, that his writing has a profound sense of Catholic understanding.

“On re-reading The Song, what struck me most about Werfel’s craft was how deeply this Jewish writer, who had long been interested in Catholicism but who had never converted, had entered into Catholicism’s sacramental imagination. For all its unsparing depiction of the poverty of the French Pyrenees, the pettiness of local officialdom, the skepticism and institutional-mindedness of local churchmen, The Song of Bernadette is shot through with a sense of the extraordinary that lies on the far side of the ordinary, revealing itself through the simplest things.” —George Weigel, from the Foreword

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The Song of Bernadette is a timeless masterpiece that tells the remarkable true story of St. Bernadette Soubirous and her miraculous visions at Lourdes, France in 1858. Written by the acclaimed anti-Nazi writer, Franz Werfel, this book weaves together history, faith, and courage in a compelling narrative. As a Jewish refugee, Werfel escaped the clutches of the Nazis with his life, and it was during his time hiding in Lourdes that he felt compelled to fulfill a promise to God by writing about the "song of Bernadette". This extraordinary account is a testament to Werfel's deep admiration for Bernadette and the transformative power of faith, making it a must-read for believers and seekers alike.

What sets The Song of Bernadette apart is Werfel's remarkable ability to enter into the sacramental imagination of Catholicism, despite his own Jewish background. His vivid imagination and attention to detail bring the poverty-stricken French Pyrenees, the skepticism of the local churchmen, and the pettiness of the officialdom to life. Through his words, the extraordinary reveals itself in the simplest of things, inviting readers into a world where miracles and the divine intersect with the ordinary. Werfel's powerful storytelling will transport you to Lourdes and make you believe in the power of faith and the miraculous.

If you're searching for a captivating read that will ignite your imagination and leave you inspired, look no further than The Song of Bernadette. Discover the story that captivated millions and experience the profound sense of Catholic understanding that Werfel masterfully portrays. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey – get your copy now and immerse yourself in the timeless tale of faith, courage, and miracles.

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