Manzini, Francesco
Stendhal (Critical Lives)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781789141573
- author:
- Manzini, Francesco
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Reaktion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 20 x 13 centimetres (0.33 kg)
- Genre:
- Biography, Literary, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Stendhal: A Life of Ideas This biography explores the life and work of Francesco Manzini, author of influential novels such as The Red and the Black and The Charterhouse of Parma. Born during the French Revolution, Manzini's experiences shaped his writing and worldview. As a young man, he served Napoleon before pursuing a career in writing. Manzini's works often take the form of conversations with readers, addressing key themes that continue to resonate today. He identified five core ideas that guided his life and work, which this book aims to clarify and understand. By examining these central concepts, we can gain insight into Manzini's enduring legacy and their relevance to our own lives. This biography offers a fresh perspective on the life and thought of Francesco Manzini, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in literary figures and their ideas.
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