An Attic Philosopher: Immortals Crowned By The French Academy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169249325)

""An Attic Philosopher: Immortals Crowned By The French Academy"" is a novel written by Emile Souvestre. The story revolves around a philosopher named Jean Reynaud, who lives a simple life in a small attic in Paris. Jean's life is filled with contemplation and reflection, and he spends his days pondering the nature of existence and the meaning of life.As the story progresses, Jean's peaceful existence is interrupted by a series of events that challenge his beliefs and force him to confront the harsh realities of the world around him. He meets a young girl named Louise, who is struggling to survive in the harsh streets of Paris, and he takes her under his wing. Together, they embark on a journey of discovery and self-discovery, encountering a cast of characters along the way who help them to see the world in a new light.The novel is a poignant exploration of the human condition, and it offers a unique perspective on the nature of existence and the meaning of life. Through the character of Jean Reynaud, Souvestre explores the themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a world that can often seem cruel and indifferent. The book was awarded the prestigious Immortals Crowned by the French Academy, and it remains a timeless classic of French literature.The complete text.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Emile Souvestre
ISBN-10: 1169249329
ISBN-13: 9781169249325
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 118
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.31d