Journal des Goncourt (Deuxième série, deuxième volume) by Goncourt and Goncourt
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Goncourt, Jules de, 1830-1870
French
"Journal des Goncourt (Deuxième série, deuxième volume)" by Goncourt and Goncourt is a literary memoir written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a collection of personal reflections and observations concerning various notable literary and philosophical figures, focusing on the interactions and dialogues around political, social, and arti...
this period. The opening of this volume sets the stage for a reflective narrative filled with pointed dialogues and controversies involving influential figures such as Ernest Renan and Théophile Gautier. The author begins by addressing a dispute with Renan regarding some previously published dialogues, defending his role as a chronicler of contemporary thought and emphasizing the authenticity of his observations. Throughout the initial entries, themes of literary criticism, societal commentary, and personal introspection are woven together, illustrating the complexities of literary friendships, political climates, and the struggles of artistic expression against the backdrop of 19th-century France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Elizabeth Nguyen
4 months agoHaving explored similar works, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. Time very well spent.
William Sanchez
4 months agoI almost skipped this one, yet the examples add real-world context to abstract ideas. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.
Sandra White
2 months agoThis download was worth it since the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Thanks for making this available.
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Mark Jones
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