Trois Églises by J.-K. Huysmans
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| Author | Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907 |
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| Illustrator | Jouas, Charles, 1866-1942 |
| Title |
Trois Églises
Eaux-fortes originales de Ch. Jouas |
| Alternate Title | Trois Églises: la symbolique de Notre Dame, Saint Merry, Saint Germain l'Auxerrois |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | La symbolique de Notre-Dame -- Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois -- Saint-Merry. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) |
| Summary | "Trois Églises" by J.-K. Huysmans is a reflective historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the symbolic and architectural significance of three churches in Paris: Notre-Dame, Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, and Saint-Merry. It contemplates how these sacred spaces embody rich layers of meaning relating to faith, art, and history, moving beyond mere architecture into the realm of spiritual and cultural expression. The opening of "Trois Églises" sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Notre-Dame, unpacking its complex symbolism intertwined with Christian doctrine and medieval artistic practices. Huysmans critiques both contemporary interpretations and modern architectural neglect of these historic structures, arguing for a return to understanding their spiritual essence rather than viewing them purely as material relics. The initial chapter establishes a theme of a deeper connection between faith and artistry while contrasting historical reverence with modern disinterest, thus inviting readers to appreciate the multifaceted nature of the sacred spaces around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Notre-Dame de Paris (Cathedral) |
| Subject | Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois (Church : Paris, France) |
| Subject | Eglise Saint-Merry (Paris, France) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 66995 |
| Release Date | Dec 22, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 47 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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