French Poets and Novelists (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417948741)

French Poets and Novelists is a literary criticism book written by Henry James. The book is a collection of essays that provides an in-depth analysis of the works of some of the most prominent French poets and novelists of the 19th century, including Honor����� de Balzac, Gustave Flaubert, and �����mile Zola.James' essays are written in a highly analytical and insightful style, delving into the themes, characters, and techniques used by each writer. He also examines the cultural and historical context in which the writers lived and worked, providing a deeper understanding of their works.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on poets such as Charles Baudelaire and Paul Verlaine, and the second part focusing on novelists such as Balzac and Flaubert. James' analysis is both scholarly and accessible, making it a valuable resource for students of literature as well as general readers interested in French literature.French Poets and Novelists is considered one of Henry James' most important works of literary criticism, and it remains a classic in the field to this day.1883. American-born writer, gifted with talents in literature, psychology, and philosophy. James wrote 20 novels, 112 stories, 12 plays and works of literary criticism. Among James's most famous literary works are The Europeans, his commercial success Daisy Miller, the critically acclaimed Washington Square, The Bostonians, and The Turn of the Screw. A collection of James's essays containing: Alfred de Musset; Theophile Gautier; Charles Baudelaire; Honore de Balzac; Balzac's Letters; George Sand; Charles de Bernard and Gustave Flaubert; Ivan Turgenieff; The Two Amperes; Madame de Sabran; Merimee's Letters; and The Theatre Francais. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: Henry James
ISBN-10: 1417948744
ISBN-13: 9781417948741
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/20/2004
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.79d