Michel De Montaigne

Broschiertes Buch

Essays Of Michel De Montaigne (Volume 3)

Beschreibung

A masterclass in self-scrutiny and humane scepticism, Montaigne's Essays speak as clearly today as they did in their own era. This third volume from Alpha Editions invites you to wander through a landscape of thought that remains vital, intimate, and surprisingly contemporary. Montaigne's essays offer a philosophy essay collection that blends brisk observation with intimate reflection, glancing at human nature observations, ethics and prudence, and the quiet art of living well. Restored for today's readers, the volume treats topics from self-doubt to courage, from friendship to the limits of knowledge, all delivered in lucid Renaissance prose. It rewards casual readers and classic-literature collectors alike, offering accessible entry points and dense, rewarding turns of insight for deeper study on university reading lists or personal shelves. Historically, these essays mark a milestone in early modern europe and renaissance philosophy classics, illustrating a distinctly European voice that shaped later thought. They sit at the intersection of stoic sceptic traditions and grounded, practical introspection, emblematic of Renaissance France and its enduring intellectual heritage. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure - this volume stands as a testament to enduring curiosity and the craft of intimate prose. A timeless invitation to reflect, challenge assumptions, and engage with one of Europe's most influential voices. Perfect for adult literary readers seeking perspective, texture, and a window into a pivotal moment in human thought.

Autor

Michel de Montaigne was a 16th century French author who developed the essay as a literary genre. His first two books of essays were published in 1580. "A man never speaks of himself without losing something. What he says in his disfavor is always believed, but when he commends himself, he arouses mistrust." Born into a French family of minor nobility on February 28, 1533, Michel de Montaigne held a seat in the Bordeaux parliament. Montaigne retired from public life and began to write a series of philosophical and personal essays in 1571. This writing was the first of its kind, making Montaigne responsible for the establishment of the essay as a literary genre. He died in France on September 13, 1592. Michel Eyquem de Montaigne, generally known as Michel de Montaigne, was born on February 28, 1533, in Château de Montaigne (near Bordeaux, France). Montaigne's wealthy father, Pierre Eyquem de Montaigne, decided to nurture his son's intellectual development by making Latin his first language. Montaigne didn't learn French until he was 6. Montaigne attended the College of Guyenne in Bordeaux. He is then presumed to have studied law in Toulouse before beginning his career at the court of Périgueux. In 1557, Montaigne moved to a seat in the Bordeaux parliament. Montaigne's father died in 1568, shortly after he had asked Montaigne to produce a French translation of Teholgia naturalis (Natural Theology), written by Spanish theologian Raymond Sebond. Montaigne's translation was published in 1569

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Seitenzahl: 50
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. August 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 89g
• ISBN-13: 9789354944482
• ISBN-10: 9354944485
• Artikelnr.: 62477557