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In the wake of Napoleons comet fading over St Helena, Chateaubriand delves into the intricacies of the Bourbon Restoration in this captivating volume. Encountering a remarkable array of literary and political figures, he chronicles the evolution of his diplomatic career with vivid detail. - Summary by Nicole Lee

Dans cette œuvre autobiographique, Chateaubriand raconte les différentes phases de sa vie : sa jeunesse en tant que soldat, émaillée d'un voyage aux Etats-Unis, sa passion littéraire, et enfin son engagement politique. Ayant vécu jusqu'à l'âge de 80 ans, il nous fait traverser l'Histoire, et vivre page après page l'évolution des Etats-Unis, la Révolution Française, puis le Consulat. Chateaubriand dresse également les portraits de Napoléon, Thiers et Talleyrand, entre autres.

In the fifth volume of his captivating memoirs, Chateaubriand, now a prominent figure in the literary world, immerses us in the tumultuous political landscape of his time. With his signature blend of sharp wit and poignant reflection, he shares his extraordinary journey, enriched by vivid excerpts from his extensive correspondence with the eras most influential literary, intellectual, and political luminaries.

In the third volume of Teixeira de Mattos captivating translation of Chateaubriands Memoirs from Beyond the Tomb, delve into the dramatic downfall, exile, and death of Napoleon. This volume is rich with the authors poignant reflections on some of the most influential figures of his time, all infused with his characteristic melancholy. - Summary by Nicole Lee

Dive into the captivating first volume of Chateaubriands *Memoires dOutre Tombe*, beautifully translated in the Victorian style. This volume intricately explores his early life, from his evocative childhood experiences to his adventurous travels in America, which would later inspire much of his writing. Journey alongside one of Frances most influential figures, who not only shaped the Romantic movement but also passionately engaged with the tumultuous events of the nineteenth century. With a remarkable blend of honesty and eloquence, Chateaubriands memoirs stand as a remarkable testament to ...

In Volume II of Chateaubriands Memoirs from Beyond the Tomb, translated by Teixeira de Mattos, we journey through a captivating period of his life. From his reluctant return to France to defend the monarchy to his early literary triumphs, Chateaubriand paints vivid portraits of historical figures, including Napoleon. His travels in the Near East during the early 19th century are recounted with his signature blend of sharp wit and poignant reflection. Join us as we explore this fascinating narrative, brought to life by the eloquent voice of Nicole Lee.

Chateaubriand (1768-1848), figure de proue du Romantisme français, homme de lettres mais également ministre et ambassadeur, fait partie des figures incontournables du XIXe siècle. De toutes ses œuvres, qui connurent une indéniable gloire de son temps, la seule à véritablement passer à la postérité fut sa colossale geste autobiographique, Les Mémoires d'outre-tombe. A la fois spectateur et acteur de son temps, dans une prose parfois éblouissante, il brosse à la fois son portrait et celui de son époque.

Guy de Maupassant, Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and Fyodor Dostoevsky, are just some of the famous writers whose wit and wisdom are included in this audiobook, "700 Quotations from the Great Writers of the 19th Century". Between them, these authors are responsible for some of the most famous stories ever written, including "Crime and Punishment", "The Three Musketeers" and "Madame Bovary". This carefully crafted collection is guaranteed to inspire, amuse, and entertain. These literary giants are considered among the greatest writers of the 19th Century.

"1100 Quotations from the Great French Writers of the 19th Century" is a wonderful collection of wit and wisdom from some of the greatest French writers ever. From Guy de Maupassant and Honoré de Balzac to Victor Hugo and Alexandre Dumas, this carefully crafted collection is guaranteed to inspire and entertain. Ideal for those needing a dose of encouragement. These French literary giants are responsible for some of the worlds most famous works, including "The Three Musketeers", "Les Misérables", "Madame Bovary" and "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame".

Questo romanzo, pubblicato nel 1809, è strutturato più come un'epopea, e, anche se scritto in prosa, il linguaggio e la costruzione ricordano Omero e Virgilio. Non a caso la protagonista femminile èuna discendente di Omero che si converte al Cristianesimo. Il protagonista, giovane cristiano che, persa la fede, la ritrova poi in seguito ad eventi tragici, racconta le sue avventure tra i Franchi e i Druidi. Nell'opera viene presentato il paganesimo ormai agonizzante e la religione cristiana nascente.

Uncover one of the most influential figures in French literature with "100 Quotes by François-René de Chateaubriand". French writer, politician, diplomat and historian, Chateaubriand was a royalist by political disposition and a defender of the Catholic faith. During a time when society turned against the Church, he produced the defensive Génie du Christianisme. Following his autobiography "Mémoirs from Beyond the Grave", this impressive collection of his most notable musings and thoughts invites readers to peek behind the scenes of one of the most dominating figures of the 17th-century French literary scene.

Familiarize-se com os escritores mais importantes da era do século XIX francês, a era dos romances e do realismo, que moldaram o pensamento político, filosófico e artístico e que influência pode ainda hoje ser sentida na nossa cultura.

Familiarize-se com os escritores mais importantes do século XIX através de uma cuidadosa selecção de 700 citações, introduzindo as suas principais ideias e delineando com clareza a estrutura do seu trabalho. Descubra novos aspectos ou aprofunde os pensamentos de Hugo, Dumas, Chateaubriand, Dostoievski, Flaubert, Maupassant, Stendhal, para expandir a sua mente e conhecimento sobre a nossa cultura.

François-René, Visconde de Chateaubriand é um escritor e político francês. É considerado um dos precursores do Romantismo francês e um dos grandes nomes da literatura francesa. As suas descrições da natureza e a sua análise dos sentimentos do "eu" fizeram dele um modelo para a geração de escritores românticos em França (Quero ser Chateaubriand ou nada, proclamou o jovem Victor Hugo).

François-René, vicomte de Chateaubriand est un écrivain et homme politique français. Il est considéré comme l'un des précurseurs du romantisme français et l'un des grands noms de la littérature française. Ses descriptions de la nature et son analyse des sentiments du "moi" en ont fait un modèle pour la génération des écrivains romantiques en France ("Je veux être Chateaubriand ou rien", proclamait le jeune Victor Hugo).

"Facile à lire" est une collection de titres qui vous entraîne à la découverte des grandes œuvres classiques de la littérature française. Cet outil pédagogique est destiné à accompagner les lycéens dans leurs études. Plus généralement, elle s'adresse à tous les amoureux de la littérature qui souhaitent revisiter ou découvrir de façon ludique nos grands classiques.

Le vieux Chef Indien Chactas de la tribu des Natchez donne récit de ses jeunes années à René l'Européen. À l'aube de ses dix-sept ans, Chactas, fils adoptif d'un ancien soldat français nommé Lopez, tombe dans une embuscade tendue par les Muscoculges au bord du Mississipi. Mais Atala la Vierge, ayant embrassé la foi chrétienne et jeune fille du Chef guerrier, s'éprend du prisonnier... Ecoutant les élans de son cœur, elle l'aide à s'évader et s'enfuit avec lui.

Exilé dans la tribu des Natchez, René raconte à la demande de Chactas et du père Souël, l'histoire de son passé et de son existence malheureuse. En proie à des tourments méconnus, il aspire au suicide. Pour l'en empêcher, sa sœur Amélie lui apporte le réconfort de sa présence ; mais elle dépérit aussi d'un mal inconnu et s'exile à son tour dans un couvent.

Elle fut avant tout une star européenne de beauté et de vertu. Sa célébrité rehaussa l'importance de son salon au point que le nom de Récamier est devenu un symbole dans tous les salons. Chateaubriand fut son seul véritable amour.

René lebt bei einem Indianerstamm, seitdem er seine Heimat Frankreich verlassen hat. In der naturverbundenen Idylle genießt er die Einsamkeit des Waldes. Trotzdem gelingt es ihm nicht, die Schatten der Vergangenheit abzuschütteln. Seine Versuche, persönliche Beziehungen aufzubauen und seiner Melancholie zu entkommen, scheitern. Schließlich kehrt René nach Frankreich zurück und trifft seine Schwester Amelie wieder. Es gelingt ihm, sein isoliertes Dasein mehr und mehr aufzugeben. Doch bald erfährt sein Leben erneut eine schicksalhafte Wendung.