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Les Nuits De Paris, Ou, Le Spectateur Nocturne, Volumes 11-12
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781145240674
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 23 2010
Pages: 494
Weight: 1.51
Height: 0.99 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Volumes 11 and 12 of Restif de la Bretonne's Les Nuits De Paris, Ou, Le Spectateur Nocturne offer a fascinating glimpse into the underbelly of 18th-century Paris. Written in French and published in 1788, these volumes continue the author's exploration of Parisian nightlife, providing a unique blend of social commentary and urban observation. Restif de la Bretonne, acting as a nocturnal spectator, recounts his experiences and reflections on the city's inhabitants, customs, and social issues on the eve of the French Revolution. His detailed descriptions and insightful analyses provide valuable insights into the social fabric of the time. These volumes are invaluable for historians and literary scholars interested in French history, urban sociology, and the development of social commentary as a literary genre.
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