Les guêpes — séries 3 & 4 by Alphonse Karr
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| Author | Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890 |
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| Title | Les guêpes — séries 3 & 4 |
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| Summary | "Les guêpes — séries 3 & 4" by Alphonse Karr is a collection of satirical writings likely drafted in the mid-19th century. The collection offers a sharp commentary on various societal issues, addressing topics ranging from politics to social behavior, often with humor and wit. Karr becomes a vessel for criticism of the government and the attitudes prevalent in his time. The opening of "Les guêpes" sets the stage for Karr's observational style, as he reflects on a lovely evening by the sea, leading into an address to Victor Hugo that combines admiration with a critique of society. He juxtaposes beautiful natural imagery with pointed social commentary, expressing concern about the moral and political state of France. The narrative transitions from personal reflection to a discussion about government actions and societal norms, illustrating Karr’s intention to engage readers in a broader conversation about liberty, governance, and individual freedoms. This segment encapsulates Karr's dual focus on the beauty of life and the absurdities of human behavior, inviting readers to both appreciate and critique the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French essays |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42798 |
| Release Date | May 24, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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