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Le Compère Mathieu
Paperback
Classic FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781142798888
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 5 2010
Pages: 306
Weight: 0.95
Height: 0.64 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Le Compère Mathieu, ou les Bigarrures de l'esprit humain by Henri-Joseph Du Laurens, first published in the 18th century, remains a fascinating and controversial work of French literature. This satirical novel, presented as the memoirs of Compère Mathieu, offers a sharp critique of society, religion, and philosophy. Known for its provocative and often scandalous content, the book challenged the norms of its time and contributed to the intellectual ferment of the Enlightenment. Du Laurens's writing is witty and engaging, inviting readers to question established beliefs and consider alternative perspectives on the human condition.
This edition makes available a key work of French literature to a new generation of readers.
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