| Author |
Montaigne, Michel de, 1533-1592 |
| Editor |
Hazlitt, William Carew, 1834-1913 |
| Translator |
Cotton, Charles, 1630-1687 |
| Title |
Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 08
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 49.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Of war-horses, or destriers -- Of ancient customs -- Of Democritus and Heraclitus -- Of the vanity of words -- Of the parsimony of the ancients -- Of a saying of Caesar -- Of vain subtleties -- Of smells -- Of prayers -- Of age.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 08" by Michel de Montaigne is a collection of philosophical essays likely written during the late 16th century. This volume includes essays that delve into various topics, such as the nature of war, ancient customs, and the complexities of human emotions and actions. Montaigne explores these themes through personal reflections and references to classical texts, engaging with ideas about the human condition, knowledge, and morality. The opening portion introduces readers to Montaigne's thoughts on war horses, diving into historical references and anecdotes about equestrian practices in warfare, illustrated through examples from different cultures. He reflects on the training of horses for specific roles in battle and the various customs associated with their use, including the experiences of historical figures like Caesar and Alexander. As the essay progresses, Montaigne contemplates the relationship between horses and their riders, emphasizing the significance of knowledge, skill, and the interpretation of experience in both personal and collective histories. This thoughtful examination sets the tone for the reflective nature of his essays, inviting readers to consider the broader implications of these seemingly specific topics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French essays -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3588 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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