Letters Of An Italian Nun And An English Gentleman (1817) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165417247)

""Letters of an Italian Nun and an English Gentleman"" is a collection of fictional letters written by Jean-Jacques Rousseau in 1817. The book is composed of a series of letters exchanged between a young Italian nun and an English gentleman, who are both struggling with their own personal dilemmas. The nun, named Sister Clara, is writing to the gentleman, who remains unnamed, seeking advice and guidance on matters of faith, love, and morality. The gentleman, in turn, responds with his own thoughts and reflections on the issues raised by Sister Clara. Throughout the book, the two correspondents discuss a wide range of topics, including the nature of love, the role of religion in society, and the importance of personal freedom. Their letters are filled with philosophical musings, emotional revelations, and poignant insights into the human condition. Despite being a work of fiction, ""Letters of an Italian Nun and an English Gentleman"" is often considered to be one of Rousseau's most important works. It is a powerful exploration of the complexities of human relationships, and a testament to the enduring power of the written word.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: Jean Jacques Rousseau
ISBN-10: 1165417243
ISBN-13: 9781165417247
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 146
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d