Le neveu de Rameau by Denis Diderot
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| Author | Diderot, Denis, 1713-1784 |
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| Title | Le neveu de Rameau |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rameau%27s_Nephew Wikipedia page about this book: https: //fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Neveu_de_Rameau |
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| Summary | "Le neveu de Rameau" by Denis Diderot is a philosophical dialogue published in the late 19th century. The work features the main character, Rameau’s nephew, who embodies a complex mix of contradictions and societal criticisms regarding art, genius, and morality, providing a satirical reflection on the nature of human existence and the discrepancies between social norms and individual desires. The opening of "Le neveu de Rameau" introduces the narrator who enjoys solitary walks and philosophical musings at the Palais-Royal in Paris. During one such stroll, he encounters Rameau’s nephew, a peculiar and charismatic character whose life is marked by turmoil and existential despair. The dialogue quickly delves into themes of talent, poverty, and the nature of happiness, as the nephew expresses both scorn and envy for those he perceives as successful. His views reveal a deep cynicism about societal values and the fleeting nature of fame and fortune, setting the stage for rich philosophical explorations throughout the text. The narrative style is characterized by wit and a playful tone, inviting readers to engage with the complexities of the human condition as articulated by this intriguing character. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Dialogues, French |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13862 |
| Release Date | Oct 25, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 155 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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