Œuvres complètes de Chamfort (Tome 4) by Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas Chamfort
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| Author | Chamfort, Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas, 1740?-1794 |
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| Editor | Auguis, P. R. (Pierre René), 1786-1846 |
| Title |
Œuvres complètes de Chamfort (Tome 4) Recueillies et publiées, avec une notice historique sur la vie et les écrits de l'auteur. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Œuvres complètes de Chamfort (Tome 4)" by Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas Chamfort is a collection of literary works likely composed in the early 19th century. This volume delves into themes of drama and tragedy, focusing on the origins and evolution of these art forms in ancient Greece. With an emphasis on the role of emotions such as fear and pity, the text explores how these feelings contribute to the impact of tragic performances. The opening of this tome presents a detailed examination of the genesis of Greek tragedy, tracing its roots back to Dionysian rituals and the contributions of early poets like Thespis and Aeschylus. Chamfort discusses how these playwrights gradually shifted from choral hymns to more developed dramatic forms that included dialogue and complex narratives. Through historical context and philosophical reflection, the author suggests that tragedy serves a dual purpose: it entertains while also providing moral lessons about human nature and societal values. This foundational discussion sets the stage for a richer exploration of drama throughout the remainder of the tome. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43956 |
| Release Date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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