Dernières lettres d'un bon jeune homme à sa cousine Madeleine by Edmond About
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About, Edmond, 1828-1885
French
"Dernières lettres d'un bon jeune homme à sa cousine Madeleine" by Edmond About is a collection of epistolary essays written in the mid-19th century. The work presents the thoughts and observations of a young journalist as he reflects on various aspects of society, including politics, journalism, and the arts. The main character engages in correspo...
The opening of the work introduces the protagonist, who addresses his cousin through a series of letters, expressing a longing to reconnect after a summer away. He describes the return of various segments of society to Paris, including students and vacationers, and reflects on the allure and challenges of journalism. The young man contemplates the motivations behind journalistic writing, acknowledging both the excitement it brings and the disillusionment that follows from the pursuit of ephemeral successes. He critiques the industry, revealing a blend of cynicism and idealism, setting the tone for the reflective explorations to come in his letters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Sarah Lewis
4 days agoI have to admit, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Absolutely essential reading.
Linda Flores
2 months agoSimply put, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. It exceeded all my expectations.
Donald Baker
4 months agoIn my opinion, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Charles Walker
4 weeks agoI rarely write reviews but the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. Simply brilliant.