Le culte du moi 1: Sous l'oeil des barbares by Maurice Barrès
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"Le culte du moi 1: Sous l'œil des barbares" by Maurice Barrès is a philosophical and literary work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the theme of individual identity and the development of the self against a backdrop of societal pressures and norms. It presents a nuanced investigation into the young protagonist's introspective journey as he navigates the complexities of life and personal growth. At the start of this
work, the author introduces a young, sensitive male character who grapples with his emotions and experiences the internal turmoil of self-discovery. He reflects on his past, including his challenging upbringing and the influences of literature and society that shape his perception of the world. The narrative unfolds with vivid imagery and metaphoric language, depicting his encounters with various figures that influence his understanding of love, identity, and existence. This opening sets the tone for an exploration of the protagonist's evolving understanding of his own "Moi," emphasizing the tension between personal desire and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Barrès, Maurice, 1862-1923 |
|---|---|
| Title | Le culte du moi 1: Sous l'oeil des barbares |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cult_of_the_Self |
| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe From images generously made available by gallica (Bibliothèque nationale de France) at gallica.bnf.fr. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16812 |
| Release Date | Oct 7, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 349 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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