Lives of the most eminent literary and scientific men of France, Vol. 1 (of 2)

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Author Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851
Editor Lardner, Dionysius, 1793-1859
Title Lives of the most eminent literary and scientific men of France, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Note Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Montaigne -- Rabelais -- Corneille -- Rochefoucauld -- Molière -- La Fontaine -- Pascal -- Madame de Sévigné -- Boileau -- Racine -- Fénélon.
Credits Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
Summary "Lives of the Most Eminent Literary and Scientific Men of France, Vol. 1" conducted by Rev. Dionysius Lardner is a biographical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides insights into the lives and contributions of significant literary and scientific figures in France, beginning with the renowned philosopher Michel de Montaigne, and further expanding to include other influential personalities like Rabelais and Corneille. The book explores their thoughts, achievements, and the historical context in which they lived, offering readers a glimpse into the intellectual landscape of France. The opening of this volume focuses on Michel de Montaigne, dissecting his character and the unique education he received from his father, which emphasized natural learning rather than rote memorization. It shares details about Montaigne's upbringing, his early love for literature, and his eventual contributions to essays that incorporate personal narratives and philosophical reflections. The text highlights Montaigne’s warmth, indolence, and the profound friendships he maintained, particularly with Étienne de la Boëtie, which had a lasting impact on his life and writing. This introductory portion sets a tone of intimate exploration of Montaigne’s thoughts and preferences, emphasizing his individuality and the broader philosophical inquiries that define his work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Authors, French -- Biography
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