The Sect of Egoists
Interesting Facts
- The book explores philosophical ideas of egoism and individualism through a fictional sect that preaches absolute self-absorption.
- The main character, Raphael Simon, accidentally finds a manuscript that leads him to the discovery of the sect of egoists.
- The plot unfolds in two time periods: the present day and the 18th century, when the sect was founded.
- The book raises questions about the meaning of life, personal responsibility, and the search for truth.
- Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt uses elements of detective and philosophical novels to create a tense and captivating plot.
Date of publication: 27 September 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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