Imitation Of The Satires Of Boileau (1854)
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Imitation of the Satires of Boileau is a book written by Nicolas Boileau-Despreaux, a French poet, critic, and satirist. The book, published in 1854, is a collection of satirical poems that mimic the style and themes of Boileau's original works. Boileau was a prominent figure in French literature during the 17th century and is known for his sharp wit and criticism of society and its values. In this book, Boileau-Despreaux pays homage to Boileau's legacy by imitating his satirical style and addressing similar themes such as hypocrisy, vanity, and greed. The poems are written in rhyming couplets and are often humorous, using irony and sarcasm to expose the flaws of society. Overall, Imitation of the Satires of Boileau is a witty and entertaining collection of satirical poems that provides a glimpse into the world of French literature during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1164825534
ISBN13:9781164825531
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:60 Pages
Weight:0.21 lbs.
Dimensions:0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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