The book Publication Date: September 7, 1993 | Series: Penguin Classics. In 1572, Montaigne to his estate in order to devote himself to the pleasure of reading and reflection. He has continued to expand his essay ', inspired by the ideas he found in books from his library and his own experience. He said that as diverse as war and the poetry and politics, religion, sex and love and friendship, joy, and experience. Above all, Montaigne studied himself to find his own inner nature and humanity. Articles are among the most idiosyncratic and personal in all literature. Deep in the heart of the Renaissance-wise, they continue to engage, enlighten and entertain its readers.
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Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French
About the Author
Born in 1533, Montaigne studied law and spent a number of years working as a counsellor before devoting his life to reading, writing and reflection. He died in 1586. Dr M.A. Screech is regarded as the world's greatest authority on Montaigne.
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