""Paul Claudel: The Man and the Mystic"" is a biography of the French writer, diplomat, and poet, Paul Claudel, written by Louis Chaigne. The book explores Claudel's life and career, from his childhood in France to his time as a diplomat in China and Japan, and his eventual return to France, where he became a prominent figure in the literary and cultural scene. Chaigne delves into Claudel's personal beliefs and spirituality, which were heavily influenced by his Catholic faith, and how these beliefs influenced his writing and his life. The book also explores Claudel's relationships with other writers and artists of his time, including Andre Gide, Marcel Proust, and Pablo Picasso. Overall, ""Paul Claudel: The Man and the Mystic"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and work of this influential figure in French literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.