Bernardin de St. Pierre by Arvède Barine
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| Author | Barine, Arvède, 1840-1908 |
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| Contributor | Birrell, Augustine, 1850-1933 |
| Translator | Gordon, James Edward |
| Title | Bernardin de St. Pierre |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Bernardin de St. Pierre" by Arvède Barine is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and literary contributions of Jacques Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre, known primarily for his classic novel "Paul and Virginia." The biography delves into Saint-Pierre's unique perspective on nature, his philosophical views, and the emotional struggles that shaped his writings. At the start of the biography, the author describes Saint-Pierre's early life, highlighting his family's eccentricities and his childhood experiences that fostered a deep connection with nature. It recounts his aspirations to travel and explore the world, particularly the idea of founding an ideal republic modeled after Rousseau's philosophies. As he embarks on various voyages and encounters notable figures, we see the unfolding of his literary journey, revealing the complex interplay between his personal experiences and his eventual writings. This opening establishes a portrait of a passionate thinker whose ideals were often challenged by the harsh realities of life, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of his literary legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Saint-Pierre, Bernardin de, 1737-1814 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58723 |
| Release Date | Jan 19, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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