The Gods Are Athirst : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163215616 : 1163215619 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Gods Are Athirst is a historical novel by French author Anatole France. Set during the French Revolution, the story follows the life of a young artist named ?????variste Gamelin, who becomes caught up in the political turmoil of the time. As the Revolution progresses, Gamelin becomes increasingly radical and fanatical in his beliefs, leading him to participate in the Reign of Terror and the execution of innocent people. Along the way, he falls in love with a young woman named Elodie, who ultimately becomes a victim of his own fanaticism. The novel explores themes of political extremism, the dangers of mob mentality, and the corrupting influence of power. It is a gripping and thought-provoking work that offers a vivid portrayal of one of the most tumultuous periods in French history.1923. Anatole France is the pen name of Jacques Anatole Francois Thibault, French novelist, poet, critic and winne