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Memoirs From Beyond The Grave: 17681800
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Written Over The Course Of Four Decades, Franoisren De Chateaubriands Epic Autobiography Has Drawn The Admiration Of Baudelaire, Flaubert, Proust, Barthes, And Sebald. Here, In The First Books Of His Massive Memoirs, Spanning The Years 1768 To 1800, Chateaubriand Looks Back On The Already Bygone World Of His Youth. He Recounts The History Of His Aristocratic Family And The First Rumblings Of The French Revolution. He Recalls Playing Games On The Beaches Of Saintmalo, Wandering In The Woods Near His Fathers Castle In Combourg, Hunting With King Louis Xvi At Versailles, Witnessing The First Heads Carried On Pikes Through The Streets Of Paris, Meeting With George Washington In Philadelphia, And Falling Hopelessly In Love With A Young Woman Named Charlotte In The Small Suffolk Town Of Bungay. The Volume Ends With Chateaubriands Return To France After Seven Years Of Exile In England.In This New Edition (The First Unabridged English Translation Of Any Portion Of The Memoirs To Be Published In More Than A Century), Chateaubriand Emerges As A Writer Of Great Wit And Clarity, A Self Deprecating Egotist Whose Meditations On The Meaning Of History, Memory, And Morality Are Leavened With A Mixture Of High Whimsy And Memorable Gloom.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Memoirs from Beyond the Grave'? A: The main theme of 'Memoirs from Beyond the Grave' revolves around François-René de Chateaubriand's reflections on history, memory, and morality, as he recounts significant events from his life and the societal changes during the French Revolution.
- Q: Who is the author of this autobiography? A: The author of 'Memoirs from Beyond the Grave' is François-René de Chateaubriand, a prominent French writer and diplomat.
- Q: What years does this volume cover? A: This volume covers the years from 1768 to 1800, capturing Chateaubriand's formative experiences leading up to the French Revolution.
- Q: Is this edition an unabridged translation? A: Yes, this edition is the first unabridged English translation of any portion of the Memoirs to be published in over a century.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Memoirs from Beyond the Grave' is available in a paperback binding, making it suitable for casual reading and easy handling.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 584 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on February 20, 2018.
- Q: What notable figures does Chateaubriand mention in his memoirs? A: Chateaubriand mentions several notable figures, including King Louis XVI and George Washington, reflecting on his interactions with them during pivotal moments in history.
- Q: What writing style can readers expect from Chateaubriand? A: Readers can expect Chateaubriand's writing style to be characterized by wit and clarity, infused with a mix of high whimsy and a sense of gloom.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in French history? A: Yes, 'Memoirs from Beyond the Grave' is suitable for readers interested in French history, particularly those intrigued by the cultural and political landscape of the late 18th century.