Le temple de Gnide by baron de Charles de Secondat Montesquieu

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Author Montesquieu, Charles de Secondat, baron de, 1689-1755
Commentator Nodier, Charles, 1780-1844
Title Le temple de Gnide
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https: //fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Temple_de_Gnide_(Montesquieu)
Note Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Le temple de Gnide" by baron de Charles de Secondat Montesquieu is a poetic narrative likely written in the early 19th century. This work, often categorized as a poetic romance, explores themes of love and beauty through vivid descriptions of divine and pastoral imagery. The narrative centers around the worship of Venus and the experiences of love in the idyllic setting of Gnide. The book unfolds with an elaborate portrayal of the Temple of Venus in Gnide, a mythical haven where love is celebrated and where the goddess herself is intimately involved in the affairs of mortals. Central to the story are the characters of Aristée and Thémire, whose love is intertwined with the divine interventions of Venus. Through rich verses and allegorical representations, the work captures the essence of romantic love, focusing on desire, jealousy, and the joyous yet turbulent nature of relationships. The idyllic scenes of nature reflect the emotional experiences of the characters, culminating in a celebration of love as both a divine and human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Hedonism
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EBook-No. 24260
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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