La vie littéraire. Deuxième série by Anatole France
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1819
France, Anatole, 1844-1924
French
"La vie littéraire. Deuxième série" by Anatole France is a collection of literary essays written in the late 19th century. The work reflects France's thoughts on contemporary literature, its evolution, and the various movements, particularly focusing on symbolic and decadent literature. The author shares personal anecdotes and philosophical musings...
the tone with a preface expressing gratitude for the reception of his previous essays. France reflects on the nature of contradictions in thought and feeling, acknowledging the impossibility of aligning personal maxims with emotional experiences. He introduces the complexity of understanding modern literature, particularly the challenges posed by mysticism and the symbolic school. The author suggests that true comprehension of literature goes beyond strict logic, and he offers a nuanced exploration of various literary styles and philosophies, indicating a journey through the realm of artistic expression and its philosophical implications. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
James Young
4 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Liam Thompson
2 months agoHaving read this twice, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. This left a lasting impression on me.
James Hill
5 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Paul Ramirez
3 months agoThsi quickly became one of those books where the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. This felt rewarding to read.
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Andrew Davis
1 month agoI discovered this unexpectedly and it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. Absolutely essential reading.