Léon Bloy : Essai de critique équitable by Adolphe Retté

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Author Retté, Adolphe, 1863-1930
Title Léon Bloy : Essai de critique équitable
Original Publication Paris: Bloud et Gay, 1923.
Credits Laurent Vogel (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)
Summary "Léon Bloy : Essai de critique équitable" by Adolphe Retté is a critical essay written in the early 20th century. The work examines the life and literary contributions of Léon Bloy, an author known for his fervent Catholic faith and strong opinions. The essay delves into the contradictions of Bloy’s character and his complex relationships with his contemporaries, as well as his scathing critiques of the bourgeoisie and materialism. The opening of the text presents a vivid portrait of Léon Bloy, emphasizing his duality as a man marked by pride and humility, joy and despair. It highlights his intense sensitivity to the world around him, which fuels his passionate love for Christ and drives his literary ambitions, often leading him to harshly criticize other writers. Retté introduces Bloy as a figure who wrestled with his own beliefs and artistic purpose, positioning him in the context of his era's literary landscape while outlining his uncompromising views toward contemporary society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Bloy, Léon, 1846-1917 -- Criticism and interpretation
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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