Oeuvres complètes de Charles Péguy, Oeuvres de poésie (tome 6) Le Mystère des Saints Innocents; La tapisserie de sainte Geneviève et de Jeanne d'Arc; La tapisserie de Notre-Dame.

This volume gathers the later poetic works of a French writer whose verses weave together history, spirituality, and a deep love for his homeland. The collection balances solemn hymn‑like passages with vivid, almost tactile images drawn from medieval tapestries and the everyday lives of ordinary people. Listeners will hear a voice that moves between the grandeur of national myth and the intimate whispers of personal faith.

The centerpiece, “Le mystère des Saints Innocents,” unfolds as a meditation on the three theological virtues—faith, charity and hope—personified in striking, lyrical dialogue. Through recurring motifs of trees, cathedrals, and humble acts of kindness, the poem invites reflection on how enduring belief sustains both nations and souls. Its rhythmic cadence and rich symbolism make it a compelling listening experience, offering both comfort and provocation without revealing any later narrative twists.