The Complete Essays

The Complete Essays
Author: Michel Montaigne
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 2441
Release: 2004-03-25
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 0141915935

Michel de Montaigne was one of the most influential figures of the Renaissance, singlehandedly responsible for popularising the essay as a literary form. This Penguin Classics edition of The Complete Essays is translated from the French and edited with an introduction and notes by M.A. Screech. In 1572 Montaigne retired to his estates in order to devote himself to leisure, reading and reflection. There he wrote his constantly expanding 'assays', inspired by the ideas he found in books contained in his library and from his own experience. He discusses subjects as diverse as war-horses and cannibals, poetry and politics, sex and religion, love and friendship, ecstasy and experience. But, above all, Montaigne studied himself as a way of drawing out his own inner nature and that of men and women in general. The Essays are among the most idiosyncratic and personal works in all literature and provide an engaging insight into a wise Renaissance mind, continuing to give pleasure and enlightenment to modern readers. With its extensive introduction and notes, M.A. Screech's edition of Montaigne is widely regarded as the most distinguished of recent times. Michel de Montaigne (1533-1586) studied law and spent a number of years working as a counsellor before devoting his life to reading, writing and reflection. If you enjoyed The Complete Essays, you might like Francois Rabelais's Gargantua and Pantagruel, also available in Penguin Classics. 'Screech's fine version ... must surely serve as the definitive English Montaigne' A.C. Grayling, Financial Times 'A superb edition' Nicholas Wollaston, Observer

Essays of Michael Seigneur De Montaigne

Essays of Michael Seigneur De Montaigne
Author: Michel de Montaigne
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-07-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781020744242

This collection of essays by the French philosopher and writer Michel de Montaigne covers a wide range of topics, from friendship and cannibalism to the nature of wisdom and the meaning of life. The essays are characterized by their personal and introspective style. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Essays of Michael Seigneur de Montaigne

Essays of Michael Seigneur de Montaigne
Author: Michel Montaigne
Publisher: Arkose Press
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2015-11-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9781346241906

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Montaigne

Montaigne
Author: Michel de Montaigne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 440
Release: 1907
Genre: Essays
ISBN:

Michel Eyquem de Montaigne's "Essays" were first published in 1580. In the depth and breadth of subject matter addressed, Socrates dictum appears to provide the guiding principle: "the unexamined life is not worth living." Seldom has a life been examined more thoroughly than that of Montaigne, who famously 'retired' from public life at 38, spending the next ten years sequestered in his library of some 1,500 works - engaged by the passion that came before all other occupations--reading and writing. The wide range of questions, chiefly investigating the reality of the human condition, presents a guide to the quest of self, the well-lived life, and independence of mind. The book presents extracts from Montaigne's "Essays" of shorter length, given the moderate compass of the volume. It introduces the English speaking reader to the inimitable essayist, in hope it will provoke further and deeper reading of this timeless author's work.

Montaigne

Montaigne
Author: Stefan Zweig
Publisher: Pushkin Press
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2015-11-10
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1782271465

A brilliant and impassioned biography of one of the founding fathers of humanism, from one of its greatest defenders in the 20th century Written during the Second World War, Zweig's typically passionate and readable biography of Michel de Montaigne, is also a heartfelt argument for the importance of intellectual freedom, tolerance and humanism. Zweig draws strong parallels between Montaigne's age, when Europe was torn in two by conflict between Catholicism and Protestantism, and his own, in which the twin fanaticisms of Fascism and Communism were on the verge of destroying the pan-continental liberal culture he was born into, and loved dearly. Just as Montaigne sought to remain aloof from the factionalism of his day, so Zweig tried to the last to defend his freedom of thought, and argue for peace and compromise. One of the final works Zweig wrote before his suicide, this is both a brilliantly impassioned portrait of a great mind, and a moving plea for tolerance in a world ruled by cruelty.

Essays of Michel de Montaigne Complete

Essays of Michel de Montaigne Complete
Author: Michel de Montaigne
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 1404
Release: 2024-10-21
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

Immerse yourself in the profound reflections of Essays of Michel de Montaigne Complete, a timeless collection that explores the intricacies of human thought, behavior, and experience. Montaigne, often hailed as the father of the essay, invites readers on a journey through his musings on a variety of subjects, offering wisdom that resonates through the ages. As you delve into these essays, you'll encounter a thought-provoking question: How does the exploration of our own thoughts and feelings illuminate the broader human experience? Montaigne encourages you to examine your own beliefs and assumptions as he shares his candid insights.In this complete edition, Montaigne’s essays cover topics ranging from friendship and education to death and the nature of happiness. His introspective style and keen observations provide a unique lens through which to view the world, prompting readers to reflect on their own lives and philosophies. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment through Montaigne’s timeless words?Essays of Michel de Montaigne Complete is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, or the art of introspection. Montaigne’s blend of personal anecdote and universal inquiry invites readers to engage deeply with the text and themselves. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with the wisdom of a literary giant. Purchase Essays of Michel de Montaigne Complete now and enrich your understanding of what it means to be human!