THE DISCIPLE, The Famous Philosophical Novel that caused a buzz at the turn of the 20th century,

"The Disciple" by Paul Bourget is a philosophical novel that delves into the consequences of intellectual influence. The story centers around Robert Greslou, a young man deeply inspired by the teachings of his mentor, Professor Adrien Sixte. Greslou's admiration for Sixte's skeptical and deterministic philosophy leads him to manipulate his environment and the people around him, ultimately causing a tragic incident. This event forces Sixte to confront the moral responsibilities of his intellectual influence on his disciple. The novel explores themes of morality, responsibility, and the potential dangers of detached intellectualism.