Lettres d'un satyre by Remy de Gourmont
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About this eBook
| Author | Gourmont, Remy de, 1858-1915 |
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| Illustrator | Vibert, P.-E. (Pierre-Eugène), 1875-1937 |
| Title | Lettres d'un satyre |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Lettres d'un Satyre" by Remy de Gourmont is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The book presents a first-person narrative from the perspective of Antiphilos, a satyr who reflects upon his experiences, desires, and observations of human life, love, and society. Through his eyes, readers encounter a world that critiques the complexities and hypocrisies of civilization, exploring themes of innocence, pleasure, and the nature of humanity. The opening of "Lettres d'un Satyre" introduces Antiphilos, the satyr, as he communicates his indignation over the mischaracterization of satyrs in the press. He conveys a poignant blend of innocence and desire, expressing a longing for a simpler, more instinctual existence free from societal constraints. We witness his perspectives on love and morality, especially in his recounting the fleeting encounter with a young couple in love and the resulting societal repercussions. Antiphilos's narrative is infused with humor and a sense of longing for an age uncorrupted by the complexities of modern life, setting the stage for further exploration of his adventures and insights as a satyr navigating the human world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature |
| Subject | Satire, French |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58309 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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