French Folly In Maxims Of Letters

French Folly In Maxims Of Letters

Henri Pene Du Bois

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781428662339
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French Folly in Maxims of Letters is a book written by Henri Pene Du Bois that explores the art of letter writing in 18th century France. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the cultural and social context of letter writing during this time period. Du Bois delves into the various types of letters that were written, including love letters, letters of friendship, and letters of business.The second part of the book is a collection of maxims, or short statements of wisdom, related to letter writing. Du Bois draws on the works of famous French writers such as Madame de S�����vign����� and Voltaire to provide insights into the art of letter writing. The maxims cover a wide range of topics, from the importance of sincerity in letter writing to the proper use of humor and irony.Throughout the book, Du Bois provides historical context and cultural insights that help readers understand the significance of letter writing in 18th century France. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of French literature or the art of letter writing.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.

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