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An Essay on True and Apparent Beauty in Which From Settled Principles is Rendered the Grounds for Choosing and Rejecting Epigrams

An Essay on True and Apparent Beauty in Which From Settled Principles is Rendered the Grounds for Choosing and Rejecting Epigrams

Nicole, Pierre
Cunningham, J. V. (James Vincent)

Paperback

PhilosophyLiterary CriticismPoetry Criticism

ISBN10: 102326207X
ISBN13: 9781023262071
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 66
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.14 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Explore the nature of beauty and literary judgment in Pierre Nicole's An Essay on True and Apparent Beauty in which from Settled Principles is Rendered the Grounds for Choosing and Rejecting Epigrams. This meticulously prepared edition presents Nicole's incisive literary criticism, focusing on the art of the epigram and the broader principles of aesthetics.

A significant contribution to the field of French literature and poetic analysis, this essay delves into the criteria for discerning true beauty from mere superficial charm in writing. Nicole's work offers a historical perspective on the evaluation of literary works, particularly poetry, and examines the philosophical underpinnings of aesthetic preference. Discover the timeless relevance of Nicole's insights as he explores the foundations for appreciating and critiquing artistic expression. A valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of literary theory and the enduring power of beauty in art.

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