Roberto Calasso

La Folie Baudelaire

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ISBN 13:
9780241957561
author:
Roberto Calasso
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
368
Dimensions:
12.9 x 2.2 x 19.8 cm
Genre:
History, Essays, Journals, Letters & True Accounts,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£12.07

Description

Baudelaire's Folly brings to life the Paris of the 19th century through the eyes of its most iconic poet and critic. Roberto Calasso delves into the world of Charles Baudelaire, exploring his relationships with fellow artists Ingres, Delacroix, Degas, and Manet.

Calasso's masterful prose weaves together stories, insights, and close readings of poems to create a vivid portrait of Baudelaire's city and its inhabitants. From the gardens of 18th-century Italy to the streets of modern Paris, this book is a journey into the heart of 'absolute literature'.

With his characteristic intelligence and curiosity, Calasso uncovers the complexities of Baudelaire's work and legacy, revealing a rich tapestry of art, culture, and mythology. A fascinating exploration of one of literature's most fascinating figures, Baudelaire's Folly is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and life.

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