Post-scriptum de ma vie by Victor Hugo
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"Post-scriptum de ma vie" by Victor Hugo is a collection of posthumous writings, comprised of prose and reflections, written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a literary and philosophical testament, where Hugo shares his thoughts on art, poetry, and humanity, alongside meditations on existence, destiny, and the divine. It encapsulates the author’s insights and critiques as he reflects on the role of the artist and the essence of beauty
in relation to the human experience. The opening of this reflective piece presents Hugo addressing contemporary writers, emphasizing the connection between their art and the transformative legacy of the French Revolution. He explores the idea that 19th-century writers are unencumbered by past literary schools, highlighting the originality birthed from historical upheaval. Furthermore, Hugo articulates a profound appreciation for thought and creativity, underscoring the significance of individuality in pursuit of both beauty and truth. As he navigates these themes, Hugo encourages a synthesis of personal and universal explorations, advocating for the role of the artist as both a conscious creator and a participant in the broader human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885 |
|---|---|
| Title | Post-scriptum de ma vie |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post-scriptum_de_ma_vie |
| Credits |
Produced by Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885 -- Philosophy |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63768 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-63768-6 |
| Release Date | Nov 14, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 571 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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