La fleur d'or by comte de Arthur Gobineau
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| Author | Gobineau, Arthur, comte de, 1816-1882 |
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| Title | La fleur d'or |
| Original Publication | France: Bernard Grasset, 1923. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | René Galluvot (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "La Fleur d'Or" by Arthur de Gobineau is a historical narrative likely written in the early 20th century. The work delves into significant episodes in history, focusing initially on the figure of Girolamo Savonarola and his influence during the Renaissance period, exploring themes of morality, power, and the intricacies of societal change. The opening of the book presents a vivid portrayal of the complex interplay between humanity and the natural world, drawing analogies between the historical transformations of societies and the idea of creation and destruction mirrored in nature. It begins with reflections on the perception of the sea as both a sterile barrier and a source of life, leading to deeper explorations of historical epochs, culminating in the character of Savonarola, who fervently sought to reform Italy through a return to moral and spiritual values. This rich tapestry of ideas sets the stage for a more profound examination of the Renaissance's cultural and political dynamics, as Gobineau introduces these central themes and characters that will define the narrative's trajectory. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Borgia, Cesare, 1476?-1507 |
| Subject | Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1475-1564 |
| Subject | Italy -- History -- 1492-1559 |
| Subject | Savonarola, Girolamo, 1452-1498 |
| Subject | Julius II, Pope, 1443-1513 |
| Subject | Leo X, Pope, 1475-1521 |
| Subject | Italy -- History -- 15th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70081 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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