Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 16 by Michel de Montaigne
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Author | Montaigne, Michel de, 1533-1592 |
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Editor | Hazlitt, William Carew, 1834-1913 |
Translator | Cotton, Charles, 1630-1687 |
Title | Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 16 |
Note | Reading ease score: 48.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
Contents | Of coaches -- Of the inconvenience of greatness -- Of the art of conference. |
Credits | Produced by David Widger |
Summary | "Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 16" by Michel de Montaigne is a collection of philosophical essays written during the late 16th century. This volume explores a variety of themes such as the nature of greatness, fear, and social customs, showcasing Montaigne's keen observations and personal reflections on human behavior and society. The opening of this volume begins with the essay "Of Coaches," where Montaigne examines the influence of transportation methods on human behavior and societal development. He reflects on the discomforts associated with various modes of travel, expressing a preference for horseback riding over coaches or boats. This leads to broader discussions about the vanity of grandeur in leadership and the historical significance of transportation in warfare. By incorporating anecdotes from ancient histories and personal experiences, Montaigne captures the complexity of human nature and societal expectations, setting a reflective tone for the essays that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
Subject | French essays -- Translations into English |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 3596 |
Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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