Montaigne, Michel de
Summary: "One of the great French Renaissance thinkers, sixteenth-century philosopher Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) was remarkably modern in his views. His writings-brilliant forerunners of the modern essay-reflect his thoughts and opinions on poetry, philosophy, theology, law, literature, education, and world exploration. Highly readable works written in a lively, conversational style, Montaigne's...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dover Publications, Inc. 2007
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 840 MONCompagnon, Antoine
Summary: "In A Summer with Montaigne, Compagnon invites his readers to join him as he strolls through Montaigne's key contributions to our understanding of what is good and worthwhile in life. This book, then, serves as both an introduction to Montaigne for readers unfamiliar with his work and a refresher for those who are already acquainted with his unique brilliance, vitality, and timeliness....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Europa Editions 2019
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Publisher / Publication Date: 1947
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Contents: On friendship -- That it is madness to judge the true and the false from our own capacities -- On the art of conversation -- On idleness -- On the affection of fathers for their children -- On moderation -- That we should not be deemed happy till after our death.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Books 2005