The Memoirs of Jean Francois Marmontel is a two-volume autobiography written by the French writer and historian Jean Francois Marmontel. Originally published in 1804, this edition was released in 1878 and contains additional notes and commentary. Marmontel's memoirs offer a vivid and personal account of his life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a poor artisan to his success as a celebrated author and member of the French Academy. He recounts...