"Anatole France" by Georg Brandes is a biography that showcases the life and impact of the notable French author, Anatole France. The book journeys through France's evolution from relative obscurity to literary prominence in the late 19th century, examining his unique writing style, philosophical inquiries, and the historical influences that sculpted his views on literature and society. Brandes brings to light France's complex views of democracy, socialism, and religion, often colored with irony and a sympathetic outlook. Readers can expect detailed anecdotes and analysis illustrating how France's Parisian background influenced his literary sensibilities, charting his journey from a refined satirist to a passionate supporter of social justice, painting a portrait of a person who was both a key figure in French literature and defender of the human spirit.
Anatole France
By Georg Brandes
Discover the transformation of a Parisian book lover into an acclaimed satirist and champion for social justice in this captivating exploration of a celebrated writer's life and mind.
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About the AuthorGeorg Morris Cohen Brandes was a Danish critic and scholar who greatly influenced Scandinavian and European literature from the 1870s through the turn of the 20th century. He is seen as the theorist behind the "Modern Breakthrough" of Scandinavian culture. At the age of 30, Brandes formulated the principles of a new realism and naturalism, condemning hyper-aesthetic writing and also fantasy in literature. His literary goals were shared by some other authors, among them the Norwegian "realist" playwright Henrik Ibsen.
Georg Morris Cohen Brandes was a Danish critic and scholar who greatly influenced Scandinavian and European literature from the 1870s through the turn of the 20th century. He is seen as the theorist behind the "Modern Breakthrough" of Scandinavian culture. At the age of 30, Brandes formulated the principles of a new realism and naturalism, condemning hyper-aesthetic writing and also fantasy in literature. His literary goals were shared by some other authors, among them the Norwegian "realist" playwright Henrik Ibsen.
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