Title: Henry Beyle Otherwise De Stendhal A Critical and Biographical Study Aided by Original Documents and Unpublished Letters From the Private Papers of the Family of Beyle Classic Reprint
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2019
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0365137030
ISBN 13: 9780365137030
Binding: HRD
Condition: New
Weight: 692 grams

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A definitive biography of Henry Beyle, the man behind Stendhal, drawn from rare family letters and intimate documents.

This critical and biographical study presents Beyle’s life as a richly colored journey from military service to a major voice in 19th‑century European letters. It draws on original papers and unpublished correspondence to illuminate his character, his wide range of interests, and the moments that shaped his writings. The author aims to place Beyle in the cultural and historical currents of his time, while making his life accessible to today’s readers.

With careful synthesis of letters, drafts, and contemporary reception, this edition uncovers the evolution of Beyle’s thinking about literature, art, and society. It situates his experiments in prose, criticism, and biography within a broader portrait of French and Italian culture during the Napoleonic era and its aftermath.

Learn how Beyle’s experiences—from the army to literary salons—shaped his distinctive voice and ideas.
Explore how original documents reveal his personal connections and circles among writers and artists.
Understand Beyle’s influence on French criticism, theatre, and the reception of Shakespeare and Racine.
See how the biographer pieces together a life that spans politics, culture, and cross‑border exchange in 19th‑century Europe.

Ideal for readers of literary biography, nineteenth‑century French culture, and fans of Stendhal seeking deeper context about his namesake.

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