Les Première, Quatrième Et Treizième Lettres Provinciales Publiées Dans Leur Texte Primitif Avec Une Introduction Et Des Notes Par Ernest Havet... [French]

By Blaise Pascal and Ernest Havet

Book Overview

This volume presents the first, fourth, and thirteenth "Lettres Provinciales" by Blaise Pascal in their original text, accompanied by an introduction and notes by Ernest Havet. These letters, a cornerstone of French literature and philosophical thought, offer a scathing critique of Jesuit moral theology during the 17th century. Pascal's wit and rhetorical skill are on full display as he dissects casuistry and defends Jansenist principles. This edition provides valuable context for understanding the religious and intellectual debates of the time, making it an essential resource for scholars and students of French literature, philosophy, and religious history. The "Lettres Provinciales" remain a powerful example of persuasive writing and a testament to Pascal's enduring influence.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• ISBN: 1272660788
• ISBN13: 9781272660789
• Release Date: January 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"