Originally published in 1947, this book presents a comprehensive study regarding the Po???mes barbares (1862) of Leconte de Lisle. Two key areas are explored: 'what attracted Leconte de Lisle to the history and mythology of the barbarian races, by what methods and in accordance with what ideas he transformed his material into poetry'. The text is organised in reflection of the different ethnic and tribal groups contained within the poems. Detailed notes are incorporated throughout and a bibliography is also included. This ...
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Originally published in 1947, this book presents a comprehensive study regarding the Po???mes barbares (1862) of Leconte de Lisle. Two key areas are explored: 'what attracted Leconte de Lisle to the history and mythology of the barbarian races, by what methods and in accordance with what ideas he transformed his material into poetry'. The text is organised in reflection of the different ethnic and tribal groups contained within the poems. Detailed notes are incorporated throughout and a bibliography is also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in French poetry and literary criticism.
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Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Book contains pencil markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN:
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Seller's Description:
Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. First edition. Sunning at the bottom of the boards, else near finer in near fine dustwrapper (with the price-clipped and a publisher's revised price affixed on a sticker) with a little foxing.
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Very good in very good dust jacket. 1947 Hardcover. 426pp. No former owner's name or mark. Text is clean. Binding is strong. Green cloth cover with gilt lettering on spine. Dj is in very good condition with minimal wear. Very good overall condition for 1947.