Desire and Persecution in ��Therese Desqueyroux�� and Other Selected Novels by Francois Mauriac

This study provides an analysis of the novels of Francois Mauriac, particularly his "Therese Desqueyroux", applying the theories of mimetic desire and scapegoating as postulated by philosopher and literary critic, Rene Girard. This work should appeal to scholars interested in French literature and those who work with Girardian or scapegoat theory.