Lettres persanes, tome I by baron de Charles de Secondat Montesquieu

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Author Montesquieu, Charles de Secondat, baron de, 1689-1755
Annotator Lefèvre, André, 1834-1904
Title Lettres persanes, tome I
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Summary "Lettres Persanes, tome I" by Montesquieu is a philosophical novel written in the early 18th century. The book is framed as a series of letters exchanged between Persian travelers, particularly the main character Usbek, and their acquaintances in Persia, while they explore European society. The work delves into themes of cultural critique, social norms, and the contrast between Eastern and Western values. The opening of "Lettres Persanes" introduces readers to Usbek and his companion, Rica, who embark on a journey from Persia to Europe. They express a desire to gain wisdom beyond their homeland and reflect on their experiences and observations of foreign customs. The letters reveal Usbek's concerns for the women he has left behind in his harem, highlighting the emotional struggle and jealousy that accompany his journey. As the narrative unfolds, the contrast between the freedom of exploration and the constraints of Persian societal structures emerges, setting the stage for deeper explorations of morality and human relationships throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Epistolary fiction
Subject Montesquieu, Charles de Secondat, baron de, 1689-1755
Subject East and West -- Fiction
Subject Iranians -- Europe -- Fiction
Subject Europe -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 30268
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Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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