Les saisons & les jours by Laurent Tailhade

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Author Tailhade, Laurent, 1854-1919
Title Les saisons & les jours
Alternate Title Les saisons et les jours
Original Publication France: Georges Crès & Cie, 1917.
Note Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Les saisons et les jours -- Deux paysages: I. Ardennes. II. Pyrénées -- Appendice.
Credits Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary "Les saisons & les jours" by Laurent Tailhade is a poetic exploration of nature and human existence written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the cyclical nature of the seasons and examines how they impact human emotions, rituals, and the divine. Tailhade likely weaves together themes of mythology, spirituality, and the connection between humanity and the natural world throughout his text. The opening of this work introduces the reader to a rich tapestry of references that link ancient rites and seasonal changes with the rhythms of human life. Tailhade begins by describing the sacred initiation rites associated with the sun, drawing parallels between ancient religions and contemporary celebrations. He reflects on the significance of seasonal festivities like New Year's Day, emphasizing the enduring connection humans have with the sun and nature. This sets the stage for his exploration of various historical and cultural narratives that celebrate the joys and sorrows brought about by the changing seasons, suggesting a shared history among all humankind that transcends time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Calendar -- History
Subject Seasons -- Miscellanea
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EBook-No. 74040
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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