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The Works Of ThÃ(c)ophile Gautier
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Literary FiguresLiterary CriticismFrench History
ISBN13: 9781024860344
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 370
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Grotesques is a collection of biographical and critical essays by ThÃ(c)ophile Gautier focusing on a selection of colorful and unconventional French writers from the past. Gautier, a master of French Romanticism, brings his sharp wit and insightful analysis to bear on figures such as François Villon, ThÃ(c)ophile de Viau, Saint-Amant, Cyrano de Bergerac, Georges de ScudÃ(c)ry, and Paul Scarron.
Each essay delves into the life and work of its subject, exploring their unique contributions to French literature and their often scandalous or eccentric personalities. Gautier's engaging prose and deep understanding of French literary history make this collection a fascinating read for anyone interested in the lesser-known corners of French literary history. “The Grotesques†offers a compelling look at writers who defied convention and left a lasting mark on French culture.
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