Publisher's Synopsis
French Classicism is a book written by Charles Henry Conrad Wright in 1920 that explores the literary and artistic movement known as Classicism in France during the 17th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the key figures of the movement, including playwrights such as Pierre Corneille and Jean Racine, as well as artists like Nicolas Poussin and Claude Lorrain. Wright examines the philosophical and cultural context in which Classicism emerged, highlighting the influence of the ancient Greeks and Romans on French literature and art. He also analyses the key themes and techniques of Classicism, such as the use of reason and logic, the portrayal of noble characters and the emphasis on form and structure. Through detailed analysis of specific works, such as Racine's Ph�����dre and Poussin's Landscape with the Gathering of the Ashes of Phocion, Wright provides a nuanced understanding of the aesthetic and intellectual ideals of Classicism. French Classicism is a valuable resource for scholars and students of French literature and art history, as well as anyone interested in the cultural history of France.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.
