Publisher's Synopsis
The Classic French Reader: Or Beauties Of The French Writers, Ancient And Modern is a book compiled by Alain De Fivas. It is a collection of literary works by French writers from ancient to modern times. The book contains a variety of genres, including poetry, prose, drama, and essays. The selections are written in the original French language, and each piece is accompanied by an English translation. The book is divided into six sections, each representing a different period in French literature. The first section covers the Middle Ages, including works by troubadours and medieval poets. The second section includes works from the Renaissance, such as the poetry of Ronsard and the essays of Montaigne. The third section covers the classical period, including works by Corneille, Racine, and Moli�����re. The fourth section includes works from the Enlightenment, including the writings of Voltaire and Rousseau. The fifth section covers the Romantic period, including works by Hugo, Lamartine, and Musset. The final section includes works from the modern era, including writers such as Camus and Sartre. Overall, The Classic French Reader is a comprehensive collection of French literature that showcases the beauty and diversity of the French language. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French literature or language, and is suitable for both students and scholars.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.
