9781332560455 - Les Charmettes Et Jean-Jacques Rousseau (Classic Reprint) de Buffenoir, Hippolyte (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the idyllic romance between Jean-Jacques Rousseau, the renowned philosopher, and Madame de Warens, a wealthy widow, set against the backdrop of the idyllic Charmettes, a charming countryside cottage in the foothills of the French Alps. The author meticulously reconstructs the couple's secret affair, focusing on the period of 1736-37, utilizing Rousseau's famed autobiography, "Confessions," as a primary source. The book delves into the profound impact this passionate love affair had on Rousseau's intellectual development and literary genius. Rousseau's philosophies on nature, simplicity, and authenticity are examined through the lens of his romantic experiences at Charmettes, highlighting the transformative power of love and the influence of natural surroundings on artistic expression. The book serves as a fascinating study of the intertwining between personal experiences, creativity, and the evolution of philosophical thought during the 18th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.