Reflections; or Sentences and Moral Maxims - Couverture souple

Rochefoucauld, François Duc De La

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1444445723 ISBN 13 : 9781444445725

Editeur : Aeterna, 2024

Synopsis

"Reflections; or Sentences and Moral Maxims" by Francois Duc De La Rochefoucauld is a collection of succinct, pithy statements that dissect the complexities of human behavior and the motives underlying social interaction. Composed during the 17th century, La Rochefoucauld’s maxims delve into the themes of love, friendship, virtue, and the paradoxes of human nature, exposing the often-hidden motivations behind actions and the ubiquitous self-interest guiding human relations. His reflections are renowned for their cynicism and acute psychological insight, suggesting that even the most noble acts are ultimately driven by self-interest. This seminal work offers profound observations on the human condition, presenting a somewhat skeptical and dark view of human intentions. La Rochefoucauld's sharp and incisive prose forces readers to examine their own behaviors and the fabric of social interactions, making his work a timeless exploration of the universal elements of human psychology.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The philosophy of La Rochefoucauld, which influenced French intellectuals as diverse as Voltaire and the Jansenists, is captured here in more than 600 penetrating and pithy aphorisms.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Aeterna
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1444445723
• ISBN 13: 9781444445725
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 102
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible