Alfred de Musset by Arvède Barine

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Author Barine, Arvède, 1840-1908
Title Alfred de Musset
Note Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Alfred de Musset" by Arvède Barine is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the life and artistic journey of the romantic poet Alfred de Musset, focusing on his early influences, familial background, and the emotional landscape that shaped his poetry. The book likely reflects on Musset's significance in French literature and his connection with the generations he inspired. The opening of the biography presents gratitude towards individuals who contributed to the author's research and offers an introductory glimpse into Musset's childhood and family history. It details Musset's privileged upbringing in a literary family, highlighting early influences from his parents and extended family that shaped his sensibilities as a poet. The narrative also conveys a sense of the societal changes surrounding him, contrasting past literary traditions with the emerging romanticism that would come to define his work. The text sets the groundwork for exploring Musset's complex character, his passion for life and literature, and the profound impact he would later have on the cultural landscape of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Musset, Alfred de, 1810-1857
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EBook-No. 28210
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Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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