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Antoinette, and all the other prominent figures of that fascinating age. Most essentially be was a man of his time, a misanthrope who shone in society, a cynic with a curious vein of humanitarian optimism.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of Nicolas de Chamfort, a prominent figure in 18th-century French society. The author provides a rich biographical portrait of this brilliant, yet often cynical, man, who moved effortlessly through the salons of the day, rubbing shoulders with the likes of Voltaire and Marie Antoinette. The book explores Chamfortââ â¢s complex character, showcasing his sharp wit, his profound misanthropy, and his surprising embrace of the French Revolution. Through a selection of Chamfortââ â¢s maxims and pensàes, the book delves into the authorââ â¢s insightful observations on love, friendship, society, and human nature. The reader is treated to a world of cutting satire and sharp wit, as Chamfort dissects the foibles and hypocrisy of the aristocracy and the pitfalls of a society built on appearances and ambition. The bookââ â¢s insights into the social and intellectual landscape of 18th-century France, as seen through the eyes of a man who lived and breathed it, make it a captivating and timeless read. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331626480_0
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