"Tais" is a short story novel by the outstanding French writer Anatole France, which deals with the complex question of the nature of love and repentance. The main character, the young monk Athanasius, goes to Alexandria in order to atone for his sins, but here he meets the beautiful Thais - a famous courtesan, from whom he feels a passionate hit. As a result of this meeting, the main character begins to understand the true nature of love and sacrificial repentance. The novel "Tais" is a well-known work, highlights important moral issues and leaves a deep mark in the hearts of readers.