La Ville de Lyon en Vers Burlesques, 1683 (Classic Reprint)

Language: French

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

133266556X / 9781332665563

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Print on Demand. This thought-provoking book takes readers on a witty and informative rhyming journey through 17th-century Lyon, France. Published in 1683 and attributed to the surgeon-poet Jean Claude Dunant, the anonymous text provides a rare glimpse into the markets, streets, and daily life of a major European city during the classic era. The author, a keen observer and humorist, casts a satirical eye on the inhabitants of this bustling metropolis, from the bickering fishwives to the boastful butchers, the pompous lawyers, and the amorous washerwomen. The vivid portraits and comical dialogues, written in the local patois, offer unique insights into the language, customs, and social hierarchies of the time. Beyond its historical value, this book delves into universal themes of human behavior and the complexities of urban life. It explores the struggles and aspirations of ordinary people, the tension between tradition and modernity, and the enduring power of humor in the face of life's absurdities. Through its lively and entertaining accounts, this book sheds light on the rich tapestry of a bygone era, inviting readers to reflect on the timeless human experiences that connect us across centuries. 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.…

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Title
La Ville de Lyon en Vers Burlesques, 1683 (Classic Reprint)
Author
Eugene Vial
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2018
Condition
New
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print-on-demand item
Binding
Paperback
Language
French
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ISBN 13
9781332665563
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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