Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0365957674 ISBN 13: 9780365957676
Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an extraordinary behind-the-scenes look at the life and mind of Mademoiselle de Lespinasse, the brilliant and ill-fated 18th-century French salonnià re and writer. Drawing from her unpublished letters and the writings of her contemporaries, the author presents a vivid portrait of a woman who navigated the complexities of love, friendship, and societal expectations with both passion and intelligence. Lespinasse's story unfolds against the backdrop of Enlightenment Paris, a world of philosophical debate and literary brilliance. As a prominent figure in the intellectual and social circles of her time, she became the confidante of some of the era's most influential thinkers, including d'Alembert, Condorcet, and Turgot. But her personal life was marked by both great loves and profound sorrows, as she grappled with societal constraints, heartbreak, and ill health. Through the author's meticulous research and evocative writing, this book offers a nuanced examination of Lespinasse's complex character, her struggles, and her enduring legacy as an influential literary figure. It sheds light on the challenges faced by women in the 18th century, the nature of love and desire, and the enduring power of human connection. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0365957674 ISBN 13: 9780365957676
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0365957674 ISBN 13: 9780365957676
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.