This book paints a vivid portrait of Nicolas Fréron, editor of the first literary journal in France and a leading figure in the battle against the established literary order. The author delves into Fréron's role as a crusader for good taste and the rules of art against Voltaire and the philosophes, despite threats and imprisonment. The book also explores Fréron's struggles against the dominant literary and philosophical ideas of his time and his resistance to the prevailing political climate. Through this detailed analysis of Fréron's work and life, the author provides a unique glimpse into the complex literary and social landscape of 18th century France.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book paints a vivid portrait of Nicolas Frà ron, editor of the first literary journal in France and a leading figure in the battle against the established literary order. The author delves into Frà ron's role as a crusader for good taste and the rules of art against Voltaire and the philosophes, despite threats and imprisonment. The book also explores Frà ron's struggles against the dominant literary and philosophical ideas of his time and his resistance to the prevailing political climate. Through this detailed analysis of Frà ron's work and life, the author provides a unique glimpse into the complex literary and social landscape of 18th century France. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259113447_0
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