De l'Allemagne; t.1

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Staël, Madame de (Anne-Louise-Germaine), 1766-1817

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"De l'Allemagne; t.1" by Madame de Staël is a philosophical examination written in the early 19th century. The work explores various aspects of German culture, philosophy, and literature in contrast to other European nations, particularly highlighting the unique characteristics and values of the German people. The opening of the text sets the stage for a deep analytical journey as Madame de Staël reflects on her experiences and observations of Germany. She discusses the diverse landscapes and climates of the region, noting their influence on the character and culture of the Germans. The descriptive narrative encompasses both the physical aspects of the land as well as the broader cultural implications, emphasizing the relationships between nature, individual expression, and societal norms. The author establishes an earnest inquiry into the subtle nuances of German identity and invites readers to consider how geography and history shape national character. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Laurent Vogel, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/On_Germany Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_l%27Allemagne

Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2021-12-11