CALVARY A NOVEL

The narrative centers on Father Serge Mouret, a young priest whose idealism is tested by the hypocrisy and ethical corruption of the Catholic Church and the bourgeoisie in the provincial city of Artaud. As he navigates his spiritual journey, themes of sexual repression and the darker aspects of institutionalized religion emerge. Mirbeau's vivid imagery reveals the moral decay hidden beneath the facade of sanctity, offering a provocative critique of religious institutions and societal norms, ultimately challenging traditional morality and the pursuit of virtue.