Stendhal

""First Person, Stendhal: Memoirs Of A Tourist"" is a classic travelogue written by the renowned French author Stendhal. The book is a first-person account of Stendhal's travels through Italy in the early 19th century. The author provides vivid descriptions of the places he visited, the people he met, and the experiences he had during his journey. Stendhal's writing style is characterized by his keen observations, witty commentary, and his ability to capture the essence of the places he visited. His memoirs offer a unique insight into the cultural, social, and political climate of Italy during the time period. The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different phase of Stendhal's journey. The first part describes his journey from Grenoble to Milan, where he spent time exploring the art and architecture of the city. The second part covers his travels through Florence, where he immersed himself in the city's rich cultural heritage. The final part of the book recounts Stendhal's experiences in Rome, where he was particularly drawn to the city's history and ancient ruins. Overall, ""First Person, Stendhal: Memoirs Of A Tourist"" is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or Italian culture. It is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and captivate readers today. Additional Contributors Include Austryn Wainhouse, Richard Gilman, Kimon Friar, And Others. Drawings By Finley Burke. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Charterhouse of Parma (1839) is a compelling novel of passion and daring, of prisons and heroic escape, of political chicanery and sublime personal courage. Set at the beginning of the nineteenth century, amidst the golden landscapes of northern Italy, it traces the joyous but ill-starred amorous exploits of a handsome young aristocrat called Fabrice del Dongo, and of his incomparable aunt Gina, her suitor Prime Minister Mosca, and Clélia, a heroine of ethereal beauty and earthly passion. These characters are rendered unforgettable by Stendhal's remarkable gift for psychological insight. `Never before have the hearts of princes, ministers, courtiers, and women been depicted like this,' wrote Honoré de Balzac. `Stendhal's tableau has the dimensions of a fresco but the precision of the Dutch masters.' The great achievement of The Charterhouse of Parma is to conjure up the excitement and romance of youth while never losing sight of the harsh realities which beset the pursuit of happiness, nor the humour and patient irony with which these must be viewed. This new translation captures Stendhal's narrative verve, while the Introduction explores the novel's reception and the reasons for its enduring popularity and power. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.