Maximes by François duc de La Rochefoucauld
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"Maximes" by François duc de La Rochefoucauld is a collection of moral reflections written in the mid-17th century. This work dives into the complexities of human behavior, virtue, and the often hidden motives behind actions. La Rochefoucauld, a notable French moralist, presents thought-provoking insights that challenge conventional perceptions of morality, making this collection a seminal text in philosophical literature. At the start of this work, the author sets the stage for a
deeper exploration of human nature and the sociopolitical landscape of France after the death of King Henry II. The opening discusses the political turmoil and instability characterized by a series of ineffectual monarchs and the rise of powerful factions, which ultimately influenced La Rochefoucauld's worldview. He reflects on the motivations behind the actions of individuals, suggesting that what is often perceived as virtue may be nothing more than concealed vice. The introduction establishes a tone of skepticism and critical examination intrinsic to the maxims that follow, inviting readers to question their own beliefs about ethics and human behavior. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | La Rochefoucauld, François duc de, 1613-1680 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Scheurleer, Daniel François, 1855-1927 |
| Title | Maximes |
| Original Publication | Netherlands: Martinus Nijhoff,1922. |
| Credits | Wouter Franssen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (prepared from scans provided by the Koninklijke Bibliotheek, The Hague, at www.delpher.nl) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Maxims |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68079 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-68079-8 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 157 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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