Jasmin: Barber, Poet, Philanthropist
A Barber's Legacy: Poetic Philanthropy in 19th Century FranceBy Samuel Smiles
Length8h 19m
About this audiobook
In "Jasmin: Barber, Poet, Philanthropist," Samuel Smiles intricately weaves a rich tapestry of 19th-century life, illuminating the multifaceted character of Jasmin, a barber who transcends his humble beginnings to become a poet and philanthropist. Smiles employs a biographical narrative style, combining vivid descriptions and anecdotes that not only celebrate Jasmin's accomplishments but also encapsulate the social and cultural milieu of his time. This work serves as a significant exploration of how personal agency and creative expression can emerge from the working class, echoing the broader Victorian themes of self-help and moral uplift that define Smiles's literary context. Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and social reformer, was profoundly influenced by the ideals of self-improvement and the belief in the power of individual effort, concepts central to the Victorian era. His background in medicine and his experiences with the struggles of various social classes profoundly shaped his narrative voice, enabling him to highlight the virtues of hard work and perseverance in Jasmin's life. This biography not only emphasizes Jasmin'Äôs poetic gifts but also his philanthropic efforts, revealing the interconnectedness of art and social responsibility. "Jasmin: Barber, Poet, Philanthropist" is highly recommended for readers interested in social history, literature, and the transformative power of creativity. It offers a compelling perspective on a remarkable figure whose life story serves as an inspiring testament to human resilience and artistic expression. This book invites a deeper appreciation of the ways in which literature can reflect and shape the social landscape.
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length8 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2JASMIN.
3CHAPTER I. AGEN.—JASMIN'S BOYHOOD.
4CHAPTER II. JASMIN AT SCHOOL.
5CHAPTER III. BARBER AND HAIRDRESSER.
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6CHAPTER IV. JASMIN AND MARIETTE.
7CHAPTER V. JASMIN AND GASCON.—FIRST VOLUME OF "PAPILLOTES."
8CHAPTER VI. MISCELLANEOUS VERSES—BERANGER—'MES SOUVENIRS'—PAUL DE
9CHAPTER VII. 'THE BLIND GIRL OF CASTEL-CUILLE.'
10CHAPTER VIII. JASMIN AS PHILANTHROPIST.
11CHAPTER IX. JASMIN'S 'FRANCONNETTE.'
12CHAPTER X. JASMIN AT TOULOUSE.
13CHAPTER XI. JASMIN'S VISIT TO PARIS.
14CHAPTER XII. JASMIN'S RECITATIONS IN PARIS.
15CHAPTER XIII. JASMIN AND HIS ENGLISH CRITICS.
16CHAPTER XIV. JASMIN'S TOURS OF PHILANTHROPY.
17CHAPTER XV. JASMIN'S VINEYARD—'MARTHA THE INNOCENT.'
18CHAPTER XVI. THE PRIEST WITHOUT A CHURCH.
19CHAPTER XVII. THE CHURCH OF VERGT AGAIN—FRENCH ACADEMY—EMPEROR AND
20CHAPTER XVIII. JASMIN ENROLLED MAITRE-ES-JEUX AT TOULOUSE—CROWNED BY
21CHAPTER XIX. LAST POEMS—MORE MISSIONS OF CHARITY.
22CHAPTER XX. DEATH OF JASMIN—HIS CHARACTER.
23APPENDIX.: JASMIN'S DEFENCE OF THE GASCON DIALECT.
24THE POOR MAN'S DOCTOR.: {LOU MEDICI DES PAURES.}
25MY VINEYARD.{1}: {MA BIGNO.}
26FRANCONNETTE.: FIRST PART.
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