Length45h 21m
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George Saintsbury's "A History of the French Novel" serves as a seminal exploration of the evolution of French prose fiction, tracing its lineage from the earliest narratives to the contemporaneous literary landscape of the early 20th century. Engagingly written with a critical eye, Saintsbury employs a chronological structure interwoven with thematic discussions, delving into the cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts that birthed iconic works and authors. His analytic prose reflects a profound understanding of literary movements and the socio-political intricacies that influenced the novel's trajectory, providing readers with a comprehensive framework to appreciate the richness of French literature. George Saintsbury (1845-1933), a distinguished critic, philologist, and historian of literature, was deeply entrenched in the literary milieu of his time. His academic background, combined with a passionate appreciation for the French novel, informed his meticulous study, making him one of the foremost authorities on the subject. Through teaching and critical writing, he sought to illuminate the transformative power of fiction, and his insights were shaped by a personal engagement with French culture and its literary traditions. For readers interested in the intricate tapestry of literary history, "A History of the French Novel" is an essential acquisition. Saintsbury's eloquent prose and scholarly rigor not only enlighten but also provoke thought regarding the relevance of historical narratives in understanding contemporary literature. This book is an invaluable resource, designed for both scholars and literary enthusiasts keen to navigate the profound developments of the French novel.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length45 hrs 21 mins
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Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE
20ADDENDA AND CORRIGENDA FOR VOL. I
2ADDENDA AND CORRIGENDA
21ADDENDA AND CORRIGENDA FOR VOL. II
3CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTORY
22CHAPTER I. MADAME DE STAËL AND CHATEAUBRIAND
4CHAPTER II. THE MATTERS OF FRANCE, ROME, AND BRITAIN
23CHAPTER II. PAUL DE KOCK, OTHER MINORS OF 1800–1830, AND NODIER
5CHAPTER III. ROMANS D'AVENTURES
24CHAPTER III. VICTOR HUGO
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6CHAPTER IV. THE BEGINNINGS OF PROSE FICTION
25CHAPTER IV. BEYLE AND BALZAC
7CHAPTER V. THE BEGINNINGS OF PROSE FICTION
26CHAPTER V. GEORGE SAND
8CHAPTER VI. RABELAIS
27CHAPTER VI. THE NOVEL OF STYLE—GAUTIER, MÉRIMÉE, GÉRARD DE NERVAL, MUSSET, VIGNY (pt. 1)
9CHAPTER VII. THE SUCCESSORS OF RABELAIS AND THE INFLUENCE OF THE "AMADIS" ROMANCES
28CHAPTER VI. THE NOVEL OF STYLE—GAUTIER, MÉRIMÉE, GÉRARD DE NERVAL, MUSSET, VIGNY (pt. 2)
10CHAPTER VIII. THE SEVENTEENTH-CENTURY NOVEL—I (pt. 1)
29CHAPTER VII. THE MINORS OF 1830
11CHAPTER VIII. THE SEVENTEENTH-CENTURY NOVEL—I (pt. 2)
30CHAPTER VIII. DUMAS THE ELDER
12CHAPTER VIII. THE SEVENTEENTH-CENTURY NOVEL—I (pt. 3)
31CHAPTER IX. THE FRENCH NOVEL IN 1850
13CHAPTER IX. THE SEVENTEENTH-CENTURY NOVEL—II
32CHAPTER X. THE FRENCH NOVEL IN 1850
14CHAPTER X. LESAGE, MARIVAUX, PRÉVOST, CRÉBILLON
33CHAPTER XI. GUSTAVE FLAUBERT
15CHAPTER XI. THE PHILOSOPHE NOVEL
34CHAPTER XII. THE OTHER "NON-NATURALS" OF THE SECOND EMPIRE
16CHAPTER XII. "SENSIBILITY." MINOR AND LATER NOVELISTS.
35CHAPTER XIII. NATURALISM—THE GONCOURTS, ZOLA, AND MAUPASSANT
17APPENDICES. CHRONOLOGICAL CONSPECTUS OF THE PRINCIPAL WORKS OF FRENCH FICTION NOTICED IN THIS VOLUME
36CHAPTER XIV. OTHER NOVELISTS OF 1870–1900
18BIBLIOGRAPHICAL NOTES
37CONCLUSION
19PREFACE
38APPENDIX. DATES OF PUBLICATION OF NOVELS ARRANGED UNDER AUTHOR'S NAMES IN THE ORDER OF NOTICE HERE
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