A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 by George Saintsbury
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Saintsbury, George, 1845-1933
English
"A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1" by George Saintsbury is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the development and significance of the French novel, tracing its origins to the end of the 19th century. Saintsbury emphasizes the pleasure derived from literature and seeks to outline how the French novel evolv...
introduces the author’s intent and methodology, emphasizing a unique approach to literary history that values both major and minor contributions to the genre. Saintsbury discusses the beginnings of prose fiction and its distinct characteristics, referencing classical influences and early narrative forms like the Saint's Life, before detailing how these earlier works shaped French romance and eventually the novel. This section sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of key figures in French literature and the broader cultural contexts that gave rise to this literary tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Donald White
1 month agoOnce I started reading, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. Time very well spent.
Karen Rivera
2 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the examples add real-world context to abstract ideas. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.
Amanda King
3 months agoWhile comparing similar resources, the arguments are well-supported by credible references. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.
James Carter
4 months agoHaving read this twice, the content encourages further exploration of the subject. Worth every second of your time.
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Amanda Martin
5 months agoI’ve been searching for content like this and the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.