Cours familier de Littérature - Volume 05 by Alphonse de Lamartine
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Lamartine, Alphonse de, 1790-1869
French
"Cours familier de Littérature - Volume 05" by Alphonse de Lamartine is a collection of literary essays written in the mid-19th century. This work engages with the foundational texts of Western literature, beginning with a detailed examination of Homer's epics, the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey," alongside reflections on the influence of ancient literat...
culture. The opening of the work presents a preamble where Lamartine addresses critics who have attacked his literary publication, defending its neutrality in political and religious matters while expressing his passion for literature. He reflects on the nature of criticism and the responsibilities of a writer, framing the discussion within the context of his forthcoming essays. Lamartine introduces the first topic with a focus on the significance of Greek literature and a historical perspective on Homer's works, highlighting how these texts serve as a bridge to understanding humanity and civilization throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Barbara Hill
4 months agoI needed a solid reference and the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I’d rate this higher if I could.
Thomas Taylor
3 months agoReading this felt refreshing because the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. I learned so much from this.
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Liam Thomas
2 weeks agoI’ve read many books on this subject, and the explanations are structured in a clear and logical manner. Don't hesitate to download this.