Synopses & Reviews
One of the great French Renaissance thinkers, sixteenth-century philosopher Michel de Montaigne (15331592) was remarkably modern in his views. His writingsbrilliant forerunners of the modern essayreflect his thoughts and opinions on poetry, philosophy, theology, law, literature, education, and world exploration. Highly readable works written in a lively, conversational style, Montaigne's essays are journeys of self-discovery, created by the author to determine whether his views were formed through external forces or his own nature. Filled with aphorisms and anecdotes and enlivened by word play and a delightful folksiness, they are frank and unbiased, and ultimately, a celebration of literacy, friendship, and the love of life.
Here are seven of Michel de Montaigne's influential essays, presented in a unique dual-language format. An expert blend of intellect and personal storytelling, these works remain popular around the world and are essential reading for students of French language, literature, and culture. Introduction, new English translations, and Notes by Stanley Appelbaum.
Synopsis
Skeptical but tolerant, honest but humorous, 16th-century philosopher Montaigne was remarkably modern in his views. These 7 essays are essential reading for students of French language. Introduction, Notes.
Synopsis
Skeptical but tolerant, honest but humorous, 16th-century philosopher Montaigne was remarkably modern in his views. These 7 essays are essential reading for students of French language. Introduction, Notes.
Table of Contents
Introduction
To the Reader
Our Reactions to Good and Bad Things Largely Depend on Our Evaluation of Them (I, 14)
On the Education of Children (I, 26)
On Friendship (I, 28)
On the Cannibals (I, 31)
On Judging the Death of Others (II, 13)
On Freedom of Conscience (II, 19)
On Expediency and Uprightness (III, 1)