"Bernardin de St. Pierre" by Arvède Barine is a historical profile that uncovers the life and artistic impact of Jacques Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre, most famously known for his novel "Paul and Virginia". The biography examines Saint-Pierre's original views of nature, ideas, and the painful obstacles that guided his writings. The biography starts by detailing Saint-Pierre's early years, including his family's strange ways and his youth experiences that would create his strong bond with nature. As the biography continues, it talks about his goals to see the world, especially to establish a perfect nation based on Rousseau's points of view. As he begins many trips and meets famous people, we see the growth of his writing career, emphasizing the links between his own life and his works. This beginning creates a picture of a passionate mind that has his beliefs put to the test by reality, paving the road for a richer understanding of the person's legacy.
Bernardin de St. Pierre
By Arvède Barine
A celebrated author's life unfolds with eccentric family, grand voyages, and challenged ideals.
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About the AuthorArvède Barine, was a French writer and historian. Arvède Barine was the pseudonym of Mme. Charles Vincens, born Louise-Cécile Bouffé on 17 November 1840. She mostly wrote on the subject of women, but she also wrote about travel, the political issues of the day, and the fantastic literature of authors such as Edgar Allan Poe and E. T. A. Hoffmann. She died on 14 November 1908 in Paris.
Arvède Barine, was a French writer and historian. Arvède Barine was the pseudonym of Mme. Charles Vincens, born Louise-Cécile Bouffé on 17 November 1840. She mostly wrote on the subject of women, but she also wrote about travel, the political issues of the day, and the fantastic literature of authors such as Edgar Allan Poe and E. T. A. Hoffmann. She died on 14 November 1908 in Paris.
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