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Title: Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 12

Note: Reading ease score: 48.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Contents: Of giving the lie -- Of liberty of conscience -- That we taste nothing pure -- Against idleness -- Of posting -- Of ill means employed to a good end -- Of the Roman grandeur -- Not to counterfeit being sick -- Of thumbs -- Cowardice the mother of cruelty -- All things have their season -- Of virtue -- Of a monstrous child -- Of anger.

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Summary: "Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 12" by Michel de Montaigne is a collection of philosophical essays written during the late 16th century. This volume encompasses a range of topics, reflecting Montaigne's exploration of human nature, virtue, consciousness, and the complexities of social interactions. It examines the intricacies of topics such as truth, cowardice, virtue, and the implications of idleness, making it a significant work in the realm of Renaissance philosophy and personal reflection. The opening portion of the volume introduces a series of essays beginning with the contemplation of truth and the nature of self-reflection. Montaigne acknowledges the difficulty in presenting oneself honestly, especially in a world where dissimulation is common. He expresses a desire to share an authentic representation of his thoughts and experiences, crafting his essays more as a personal exploration than for public exhibition. In particular, he reflects on how the act of writing about oneself can serve as a tool for self-improvement, allowing for deeper introspection and a dialogue with one's own thoughts. Montaigne's style is conversational, inviting readers into his musings while addressing the broader human experience, setting the stage for the thematic exploration found throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Montaigne, Michel de, 1533-1592

Editor: Hazlitt, William Carew, 1834-1913

Translator: Cotton, Charles, 1630-1687

EBook No.: 3592

Published: Nov 1, 2004

Downloads: 60

Language: English

Subject: French essays -- Translations into English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-10T03:26:36Z Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 12

This edition has images.

Title: Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 12

Note: Reading ease score: 48.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Contents: Of giving the lie -- Of liberty of conscience -- That we taste nothing pure -- Against idleness -- Of posting -- Of ill means employed to a good end -- Of the Roman grandeur -- Not to counterfeit being sick -- Of thumbs -- Cowardice the mother of cruelty -- All things have their season -- Of virtue -- Of a monstrous child -- Of anger.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 12" by Michel de Montaigne is a collection of philosophical essays written during the late 16th century. This volume encompasses a range of topics, reflecting Montaigne's exploration of human nature, virtue, consciousness, and the complexities of social interactions. It examines the intricacies of topics such as truth, cowardice, virtue, and the implications of idleness, making it a significant work in the realm of Renaissance philosophy and personal reflection. The opening portion of the volume introduces a series of essays beginning with the contemplation of truth and the nature of self-reflection. Montaigne acknowledges the difficulty in presenting oneself honestly, especially in a world where dissimulation is common. He expresses a desire to share an authentic representation of his thoughts and experiences, crafting his essays more as a personal exploration than for public exhibition. In particular, he reflects on how the act of writing about oneself can serve as a tool for self-improvement, allowing for deeper introspection and a dialogue with one's own thoughts. Montaigne's style is conversational, inviting readers into his musings while addressing the broader human experience, setting the stage for the thematic exploration found throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Montaigne, Michel de, 1533-1592

Editor: Hazlitt, William Carew, 1834-1913

Translator: Cotton, Charles, 1630-1687

EBook No.: 3592

Published: Nov 1, 2004

Downloads: 60

Language: English

Subject: French essays -- Translations into English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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