Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt

Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt is a renowned French playwright, novelist, and fiction writer, born on March 28, 1960. He is best known for his plays and novels that often explore questions of philosophy, morality, and religion. His works have been popular and critically acclaimed, with translations into numerous languages. Some of his notable works include 'La Nuit de Valognes', 'Le Visiteur', 'Enigma Variations', and the series 'Cycle de l'Invisible'. Schmitt's writing is characterized by its depth, wit, and the exploration of the human condition.

Books

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  1. 1. Mr. Ibrahim And The Flowers Of The Koran

    Cover of 'Mr. Ibrahim And The Flowers Of The Koran' by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt

    The book is a poignant novella set in Paris in the 1960s, telling the story of a blossoming friendship between a young Jewish boy and an elderly Muslim shopkeeper. The boy, neglected by his family and living in a poor neighborhood, forms an unlikely bond with the wise and kind shopkeeper, who becomes a mentor and father figure to him. Through their interactions, the boy learns valuable life lessons about love, happiness, and religious tolerance, with the shopkeeper imparting wisdom from the Koran. Their relationship transforms both their lives, illustrating the power of human connection and the beauty of cross-cultural understanding.

  2. 2. La Part De L'autre

    Cover of 'La Part De L'autre' by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt

    The book presents an intriguing alternate history, exploring two parallel narratives: one in which Adolf Hitler is accepted into the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, leading to a life as a modest artist, and another where he is rejected, setting him on the path to becoming the Führer of Nazi Germany. This thought-provoking exploration examines the impact of seemingly small events on the course of history and the nature of evil, as it juxtaposes the life Hitler could have led with the infamous one he did, raising questions about destiny, choice, and the inherent potential for good and evil within us all.