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The Letters of Saint Evremond: Charles Marguetel De Saint Denis Seigneur De Saint Evremond
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PhilosophyLetters & EssaysFrench History
ISBN13: 9781025797892
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 458
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.93 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Letters of Saint Evremond provides a sophisticated and witty window into the intellectual life of Charles Marguetel de Saint-Denis, Seigneur de Saint-Evremond, one of the most eminent figures of the seventeenth century. As a French soldier, epicurean, and man of letters who lived much of his life in exile in London, Saint-Evremond's correspondence captures a unique synthesis of French cultural refinement and the nascent spirit of English intellectual liberty.
This collection illustrates his mastery of the epistolary style, featuring a diverse array of reflections on ethics, politics, theater, and the nuances of human character. Known for his skeptical wisdom and urbane detachment, Saint-Evremond's letters offer critical insights into the transition from the classical age to the early Enlightenment. His writings explore the art of living well, the importance of friendship, and the shifting social mores of both the French and English courts. Through these pages, readers encounter the voice of a keen observer who balanced philosophical gravity with a light, conversational touch, making this work a vital resource for understanding the development of modern European thought and literary culture.
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