Œuvres Complètes de Chamfort (Tome 1) by Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas Chamfort
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| Author | Chamfort, Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas, 1740?-1794 |
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| Editor | Auguis, P. R. (Pierre René), 1786-1846 |
| Title |
Œuvres Complètes de Chamfort (Tome 1) Recueillies et publiées avec une notice historique sur la vie et les écrits de l'auteur. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Œuvres Complètes de Chamfort (Tome 1)" by Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas Chamfort is a collection of literary works that explores themes of philosophy, satire, and human nature, likely written in the late 18th century. This volume compiles various pieces, including historical notices, essays, and speeches, highlighting Chamfort's sharp wit and critical perspective on society. Central to this collection is Chamfort's own life, which is filled with personal struggles and reflections on the state of humanity and its institutions. The opening of this tome provides a historical overview of Chamfort's life and his evolution as a thinker and writer. It recounts his humble beginnings, formative education, and the tumultuous path he traversed due to poverty and health issues. It details his rise in the literary world through notable works that gained acclaim, and it sheds light on his complex personality marked by misanthropy and philosophical depth. The text establishes a rich context for Chamfort's writing, illustrating how his personal experiences shaped his worldview and influenced his literary output, setting the stage for the works that follow in this collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42377 |
| Release Date | Mar 20, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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