This is a memoir of a noted 18th century French writer and philosopher, Jean François Marmontel. Chronicling his early life, his career as a tutor and author, and his relationships with literary figures of the time, this book offers a unique perspective on the cultural and intellectual life of pre-Revolutionary France. With insightful commentary and lively anecdotes, this memoir is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of French literature and culture. 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.