Landmarks in French Literature

Landmarks in French Literature is a book written by Lytton Strachey, which explores the history and development of French literature. The book covers a wide range of literary works, from the medieval epic poem of The Song of Roland to the modernist works of Marcel Proust and Andr����� Gide. Strachey offers insightful analysis and commentary on each work, highlighting the themes, style, and cultural significance of each piece. He also provides historical context, explaining how each work reflects the social and political climate of its time. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular period or genre of French literature. Strachey covers everything from the medieval chanson de geste to the romantic poetry of Victor Hugo, the realist novels of Gustave Flaubert, and the avant-garde experiments of the Surrealists. Overall, Landmarks in French Literature is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of French literature. Strachey's writing is engaging and accessible, making this book a valuable resource for scholars, students, and general readers alike.1923. Strachey was one of the leading members of the Bloomsbury group. He is also credited with having revolutionized the art of writing biography. Contents: Origins-The Middle Ages; The Renaissance; The Age of Transition; The Age of Louis XIV; The Eighteenth Century; The Romantic Movement; and The Age of Criticism.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.