Widger's Quotations from French Immortals Series By: Various
"Widger's Quotations from French Immortals Series" is a fantastic collection of quotes from some of France's most renowned writers and thinkers. The book offers a glimpse into the minds of these literary giants, showcasing their wit, wisdom, and insight on a variety of topics. The selection of quotes is diverse and thought-provoking, making it a great resource for anyone interested in French literature and culture. Whether you're a fan of French literature or simply looking for some inspiration, this book is sure to entertain and enlighten. Highly recommended! First Page: WIDGER'S QUOTATIONS THE IMMORTALS OF THE FRENCH ACADEMY GENERAL INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES BY GASTON BOISSIER, SECRETAIRE PERPETUEL DE L'ACADEMIE FRANCAISE. The editor in chief of the Maison Mazarin a man of letters who cherishes an enthusiastic yet discriminating love for the literary and artistic glories of France formed within the last two pears the great project of collecting and presenting to the vast numbers of intelligent readers of whom New World boasts a series of those great and undying romances which, since 1784, have received the crown of merit awarded by the French Academy that coveted assurance of immortality in letters and in art. In the presentation of this serious enterprise for the criticism and official sanction of The Academy, 'en seance', was included a request that, if possible, the task of writing a preface to the series should be undertaken by me. Official sanction having been bestowed upon the plan, I, as the accredited officer of the French Academy, convey to you its hearty appreciation, endorsement, and sympathy with a project so nobly artistic. It is also my duty, privilege, and pleasure to point out, at the request of my brethren, the peculiar importance and lasting value of this series to all who would know the inner life of a people whose greatness no turns of fortune have been able to diminish... Continue reading book >>

Widger's Quotations from French Immortals Series By: Various

"Widger's Quotations from French Immortals Series" is a fantastic collection of quotes from some of France's most renowned writers and thinkers. The book offers a glimpse into the minds of these literary giants, showcasing their wit, wisdom, and insight on a variety of topics. The selection of quotes is diverse and thought-provoking, making it a great resource for anyone interested in French literature and culture. Whether you're a fan of French literature or simply looking for some inspiration, this book is sure to entertain and enlighten. Highly recommended!

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WIDGER'S QUOTATIONS

THE IMMORTALS OF THE FRENCH ACADEMY

GENERAL INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES BY GASTON BOISSIER, SECRETAIRE PERPETUEL DE L'ACADEMIE FRANCAISE.

The editor in chief of the Maison Mazarin a man of letters who cherishes an enthusiastic yet discriminating love for the literary and artistic glories of France formed within the last two pears the great project of collecting and presenting to the vast numbers of intelligent readers of whom New World boasts a series of those great and undying romances which, since 1784, have received the crown of merit awarded by the French Academy that coveted assurance of immortality in letters and in art.

In the presentation of this serious enterprise for the criticism and official sanction of The Academy, 'en seance', was included a request that, if possible, the task of writing a preface to the series should be undertaken by me. Official sanction having been bestowed upon the plan, I, as the accredited officer of the French Academy, convey to you its hearty appreciation, endorsement, and sympathy with a project so nobly artistic. It is also my duty, privilege, and pleasure to point out, at the request of my brethren, the peculiar importance and lasting value of this series to all who would know the inner life of a people whose greatness no turns of fortune have been able to diminish... Continue reading book >>

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