Pierre-Simon Ballanche: Precursor Of Romanticism

By Albert Joseph George

Book Overview

Pierre-Simon Ballanche: Precursor Of Romanticism is a book written by Albert Joseph George that explores the life and work of Pierre-Simon Ballanche, a French philosopher and writer who lived during the early 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Ballanche's life, from his childhood in Lyon to his rise as a prominent figure in French intellectual circles.George delves into Ballanche's philosophical beliefs, which were heavily influenced by his Catholic faith and his fascination with the mystical and the supernatural. He also examines Ballanche's literary output, which included poetry, essays, and novels that explored themes of love, death, and the human condition.The book argues that Ballanche was a precursor to the Romantic movement in France, and that his ideas and writings had a significant impact on later Romantic writers such as Victor Hugo and Charles Baudelaire. George draws on a wide range of sources, including Ballanche's own writings, contemporary accounts of his life, and secondary sources from the fields of philosophy and literary criticism.Overall, Pierre-Simon Ballanche: Precursor Of Romanticism provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of a little-known but influential figure in French intellectual history. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in philosophy, literature, or the Romantic movement.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163146935
• ISBN13: 9781163146934
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"