Dictionnaire de la Conversation Et de la Lecture, Vol. 10: Inventaire Raisonné des Notions Générales les Plus Indispensables A Tous, par une Société ... de Lettres (Classic Reprint) (French Edition) - Softcover

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9780259088547: Dictionnaire de la Conversation Et de la Lecture, Vol. 10: Inventaire Raisonné des Notions Générales les Plus Indispensables A Tous, par une Société ... de Lettres (Classic Reprint) (French Edition)

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This book delves into the life and work of Fréron, an enigmatic figure in 18th-century French literary history. An implacable critic of Voltaire and the Enlightenment, Fréron's influence was profound, shaping the course of French literature during a tumultuous period. The author provides a nuanced analysis of Fréron's role in literary debates, his defense of traditional values, and his struggle against the rising tide of revolutionary ideas. By exploring his life and writings, this book offers a deeper understanding of the complex intellectual and political landscape of 18th-century France.

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