French Belles Lettres From 1640 to 1870

By Various Authors and Various

Book Overview

French Belles Lettres From 1640 to 1870 is a collection of literary works written by various French authors during a span of over two centuries. The book includes poems, plays, essays, and other forms of literature that represent the cultural and artistic movements of France during this time period. The works are written in French, but the book may also include English translations for non-French speakers. The authors featured in the book include some of the most renowned names in French literature, such as Jean Racine, Victor Hugo, and Gustave Flaubert. The book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the evolution of French literature over the course of 230 years, making it an essential read for anyone interested in French culture and literature.1901. Part of the Universal Classics Library. The works of Paul Scarron, Prosper Merimee, Count Volney, Gustave Flaubert; and Alphonse de LaMartine selected as exemplary examples of French belles lettres on the topics of humor, sentiment, and romance. Contents: Humor: The Strolling Players by Paul Scarron; Sentiment: The Ruins of Empires by Count Volney; Letters to Anonyma by Prosper Merimee; Twenty-five Years of My Life by Alphonse de Lamartine; and Romance: Salammbo by Gustave Flaubert.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162766824
• ISBN13: 9781162766829
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 430 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"