La vie littéraire. Quatrième série by Anatole France

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Author France, Anatole, 1844-1924
Title La vie littéraire. Quatrième série
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Summary "La vie littéraire. Quatrième série" by Anatole France is a collection of literary essays written in the late 19th century. The work reflects on the nature of literature, criticism, and art, exploring sentiments and thoughts related to aesthetic experiences rather than adhering strictly to systematic theory. France's philosophical musings are interspersed with personal reflections on prominent literary figures, with a focus on the significance of emotions over rigid reasoning. At the start of this volume, the author expresses gratitude to readers for their reception of previous works and emphasizes a departure from traditional criticism in favor of a more candid and instinctive approach to literary discussion. France posits that aesthetic appreciation is inherently subjective and challenges conventional critical methods. Notably, he weaves personal anecdotes about influential contemporaries like the late publisher Calmann Lévy and offers insights into the life of Madame Ackermann, a reclusive poet, illustrating how personal experiences and emotional truths shape literary understanding. The tone is reflective and aimed at discerning the intrinsic value of literature through a lens of personal experience and sentiment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French literature -- History and criticism
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