Comment on devient écrivain by Antoine Albalat
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"Comment on devient écrivain" by Antoine Albalat is a guidebook on the art of writing, likely written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the journey of becoming a writer, covering various genres from novels to historical and scholarly writings, alongside discussions on literary criticism, journalism, and the processes involved in crafting literature. Albalat aims to provide valuable insights and warnings for aspiring writers, addressing the complex nature of literary
vocation and success. The opening portion of the book discusses the inherent ambition of writing and the challenges of discerning true literary talent from mere aspiration. Albalat reflects on the frustrations of writers who overestimate their abilities and the societal pressures that accompany literary pursuits. He emphasizes the significance of talent and preparation while cautioning that many enter the literary field without the necessary groundwork. Furthermore, he points out the pitfalls of rushing to publish without refinement, advocating for a more thoughtful approach to writing, underscoring that true success in literature is rarely achieved without a solid foundation of skill and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Albalat, Antoine, 1856-1935 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 25016475 |
| Title | Comment on devient écrivain |
| Original Publication | France: Plon-Nourrit,1925. |
| Contents | La vocation et le succès -- Le style et le roman -- Comment on fait un roman -- Quels romans faut-il lire? -- L'érudition et le livre d'histoire -- Ce que doit être la critique littéraire -- Comment on fait un sermon -- La traduction comme moyen de former son style -- Le journalisme et les conférences -- Le guide et les conseils. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Authorship |
| Subject | Literary style |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67400 |
| Release Date | Feb 13, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 508 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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