Georges Bernanos
Born: 01-01-1888
Georges Bernanos was a renowned French novelist and essayist, born in 1888. Best known for his profound exploration of faith and existential themes, his works often reflect his devout Catholic beliefs. Notable novels include "The Diary of a Country Priest" and "Under the Sun of Satan." A vocal critic of political and social issues, Bernanos's literary influence extends beyond France, capturing the complexities of the human spirit until his death in 1948.
Book summaries for books written by Georges Bernanos
Quotes
I am not a saint, I am a poor sinner.
Faith is not a thing which one 'loses', we merely cease to shape our lives by it.
The Lord has given me a great deal more than I ever deserved.
We pay a heavy, very heavy price for being attached to the love of life.
Prayer is not asking. It is a longing of the soul.
The truth is that I am terribly alone.
I love my parish. I long to love it more.
My life is in the hands of God, and that is all I need to know.
The world is eaten up by boredom.
To love means to give.
Our sufferings are not a punishment, they are a gift.
The only real sadness, the only real failure, the only great tragedy in life, is not to become a saint.