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The Love Letters of a Genius: Being a Translation of Prosper (Classic Reprint): Being a Translation of Prosper Merimee's Lettres a Une Inconnue (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A vivid glimpse into a genius's mind through engaging, partly mysterious letters.
This edition presents a translation of Mérimée’s famous Lettres À Une Inconnue, offering a sympathetic rendering of the author’s innermost thoughts and feelings. The book mixes intimate confession with travel sketches and social observations, all framed by a long‑standing influence from a mysterious woman who remains unnamed.
In these pages, the correspondence moves from Paris to across Europe, revealing humor, vanity, romance, and a keen eye for culture. The tone shifts between playful self‑deprecation and pointed commentary on society, art, and language. The collection invites you to judge the personality behind the letters while enjoying the wit and mood of the era.- Deliberate, intimate voice that reads like a personal notebook and a memoir in letters
- Vivid travel notes from Paris to Venice, Genoa, Florence, and beyond
- Reflections on love, class, and art that feel both timeless and surprisingly fresh
- An unresolved central mystery surrounding the unknown woman at the heart of the letters
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of letters between Prosper Mà rimà e and an unknown woman, revealing an intense and enigmatic friendship. The letters span several years, documenting the evolution of their relationship. Mà rimà e, a celebrated writer and scholar, offers insights into his work, travels, and observations on society. His correspondent is a fascinating figure, exhibiting a complex and independent mind. The letters explore themes of love, passion, and the nature of art, offering a glimpse into the intellectual and emotional lives of two remarkable individuals. Through their intimate exchanges, this book provides a unique perspective on the literary and social landscape of 19th-century France. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781440036248_0
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