What inspired Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt to set this story during such a pivotal historical moment?
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What inspired Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt to set this story during such a pivotal historical moment?
Did anyone else feel the portrayal of faith was more nuanced than typical religious fiction?
How did the author decide to weave historical facts with fictional elements without losing emotional resonance?