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Philosophic Nights in Paris Being selections from Promenades Philosophiques

By Remy de Gourmont

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Explore deep questions of existence, happiness, and reality through a series of philosophical essays from a unique Symbolist perspective.

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2014-09-03
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Summary

"Philosophic Nights in Paris" by Remy de Gourmont is a series of insightful essays that explore deep questions about life, human nature, choices, and how we see things. Written in creative, artistic prose, this work gives readers a look at what it means to be human and the challenging parts of living in the modern world. It explains the author's involvement with the Symbolist movement, focusing on his unique ideas about life and writing. The essays consider complex ideas, such as trying to find happiness and how our understanding of the world affects what is real and important. This book brings readers into the author's world of thought, revealing his modern spirit through rich language and contemplation.

About the Author

Remy de Gourmont was a French symbolist poet, novelist, and influential critic. He was widely read in his era, and an important influence on Blaise Cendrars and Georges Bataille. The spelling Rémy de Gourmont is incorrect, albeit common.

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