Mémoires touchant la vie et les écrits de Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, (5/6)
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Walckenaer, C. A. (Charles Athanase), 1771-1852
French
"Mémoires touchant la vie et les écrits de Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, Dame de Bourbilly, Marquise de Sévigné" is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This work chronicles the life and correspondence of Madame de Sévigné, particularly her experiences in the context of her relationship with her daughter, Madame de Grignan, and si...
reflecting on her recent departure from Provence back to Paris, filled with melancholy at leaving her daughter behind. She grapples with the worries of her daughter's safety during a difficult journey due to poor road conditions and is deeply affected by the emotional distance that the journey implies. The narrative introduces various characters connected to her life, including friends she meets along the way, all while detailing her thoughts and feelings as she transitions back to her life in the capital. The portion establishes the blend of personal sentiment and historical backdrop that defines her letters, revealing the rich tapestry of daily life during a time of social and political upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Nancy Jones
2 months agoAs part of my coursework, the balance between theory and practice is exceptionally well done. I learned so much from this.
Sandra Nguyen
3 months agoAt first glance, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. Simply brilliant.
Jessica Williams
4 weeks agoI decided to give this a chance and the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Ashley Jones
3 months agoWithout a doubt, the depth of coverage exceeded my expectations. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.
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Kimberly Baker
2 weeks agoWhat caught my attention immediately was that the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. A solid resource I will return to often.