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Uniform Title: Le neveu de Rameau. Finnish
Title: Rameaun veljenpoika: Filosofinen vuorokeskustelu
Note: Reading ease score: 39.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Juha Kiuru
Summary: "Rameaun veljenpoika: Filosofinen vuorokeskustelu" by Denis Diderot is a philosophical dialogue written in the mid-18th century. The text focuses on the character of Jean-Philippe Rameau's nephew, who is portrayed as a complex figure embodying both intellect and moral ambiguity. The dialogue explores themes of human nature, art, and society, reflecting Diderot's keen observations on the philosophical discourse of his time. At the start of the work, we meet the narrator, who observes a unique man – the nephew of the famous composer Rameau – engaged in a series of conversations at the Palais Royal in Paris. This intriguing character oscillates between brilliance and buffoonery, revealing a cynical view of society while also showcasing his deep yearning for artistic validation and social acceptance. The conversation delves into various topics, including the nature of happiness, the value of art, and the contradictions inherent in human behavior, establishing a critical tone that sets the stage for the philophical inquiries to follow. The opening hints at the nephew's struggle with his identity and existential concerns, drawing readers into a rich exploration of 18th-century thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Diderot, Denis, 1713-1784
Translator: Hagfors, Edvin, 1866-1943
EBook No.: 49498
Published: Jul 21, 2015
Downloads: 40
Language: Finnish
Subject: Dialogues, French -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Le neveu de Rameau. Finnish
Title: Rameaun veljenpoika: Filosofinen vuorokeskustelu
Note: Reading ease score: 39.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Juha Kiuru
Summary: "Rameaun veljenpoika: Filosofinen vuorokeskustelu" by Denis Diderot is a philosophical dialogue written in the mid-18th century. The text focuses on the character of Jean-Philippe Rameau's nephew, who is portrayed as a complex figure embodying both intellect and moral ambiguity. The dialogue explores themes of human nature, art, and society, reflecting Diderot's keen observations on the philosophical discourse of his time. At the start of the work, we meet the narrator, who observes a unique man – the nephew of the famous composer Rameau – engaged in a series of conversations at the Palais Royal in Paris. This intriguing character oscillates between brilliance and buffoonery, revealing a cynical view of society while also showcasing his deep yearning for artistic validation and social acceptance. The conversation delves into various topics, including the nature of happiness, the value of art, and the contradictions inherent in human behavior, establishing a critical tone that sets the stage for the philophical inquiries to follow. The opening hints at the nephew's struggle with his identity and existential concerns, drawing readers into a rich exploration of 18th-century thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Diderot, Denis, 1713-1784
Translator: Hagfors, Edvin, 1866-1943
EBook No.: 49498
Published: Jul 21, 2015
Downloads: 40
Language: Finnish
Subject: Dialogues, French -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.