La Fontaine: One Of The Greater French Poets

By John C Bailey

Book Overview

La Fontaine: One Of The Greater French Poets is a book written by John C. Bailey that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and works of Jean de La Fontaine, a prominent French poet of the 17th century. The book delves into La Fontaine's early life, his education, and his eventual rise to fame as a writer. It also explores his most famous works, including his fables, which are still widely read and studied today.Bailey's book offers an in-depth analysis of La Fontaine's writing style, as well as his use of satire and irony to comment on the social and political issues of his time. The author also examines the influence of La Fontaine's work on later poets and writers, both in France and around the world.In addition to providing a detailed account of La Fontaine's life and work, the book also includes a selection of his most famous fables, translated into English for the first time. This allows readers to experience firsthand the wit and wisdom of one of France's greatest literary figures.Overall, La Fontaine: One Of The Greater French Poets is a must-read for anyone interested in French literature, poetry, or the history of the 17th century. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of France's most beloved writers, and provides valuable insights into the cultural and political landscape of his time.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Claims Of French Poetry: Nine Studies In The Greater French Poets, by John C Bailey. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417956933.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: 1425467903
• ISBN13: 9781425467906
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"