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Beaumarchais And His Times: Sketches Of French Society In The Eighteenth Century

Beaumarchais And His Times: Sketches Of French Society In The Eighteenth Century

De Lomenie, Louis
Edwards, Henry S.

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ISBN10: 1425495923
ISBN13: 9781425495923
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: May 5 2006
Pages: 468
Weight: 1.50
Height: 1.04 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Beaumarchais and His Times: Sketches of French Society in the Eighteenth Century is a historical non-fiction book written by Louis de Lomenie. The book provides a detailed account of the life and times of French playwright, Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais, who was a prominent figure in the cultural and political landscape of 18th century France. De Lomenie's book explores Beaumarchais' life and career, from his humble beginnings as the son of a watchmaker to his rise as a successful businessman, courtier, and playwright. Through a series of sketches, the author paints a vivid picture of French society during the Enlightenment period, highlighting the social, political, and cultural changes that were taking place. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the French Revolution, the American Revolution, the French court, the theatre, music, literature, and art. De Lomenie also provides insights into Beaumarchais' personal life, including his relationships with women, his financial troubles, and his political ambitions. Overall, Beaumarchais and His Times: Sketches of French Society in the Eighteenth Century is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in French history, culture, and society during the Enlightenment period. The book is well-researched and engaging, and provides a valuable insight into the life and times of one of France's most influential figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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