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Paul Valery

Paul Valery

Thibaudet, Albert

Hardcover

Literary FiguresLiterary CriticismPoetry Criticism

ISBN10: 1025894715
ISBN13: 9781025894713
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 196
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Paul Valery is a definitive study of one of the most significant figures in modern French literature. Written by the renowned critic Albert Thibaudet, this work provides a comprehensive analysis of Paul Valéry's poetic and philosophical evolution. Thibaudet explores the intricate relationship between thought and language that defines Valéry's oeuvre, offering readers a deep dive into the intellectual rigor and aesthetic precision of his verse and prose.

The text examines Valéry's place within the literary movements of the early 20th century, particularly his transition from the Symbolist tradition to a more structured, analytical approach to creativity. Through careful readings of major works, Thibaudet clarifies the complex themes of consciousness, silence, and the creative process that Valéry championed throughout his career. This critical biography serves as a bridge between the reader and the poet's demanding yet rewarding intellectual world. Albert Thibaudet's insightful commentary remains a vital resource for scholars and enthusiasts of European modernism, highlighting the enduring relevance of Paul Valery in the study of high literature and philosophy.

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