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9781605979076: Life Letters and Epicurean Philosophy of Ninon De L Enclos
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1605979074 ISBN 13 : 9781605979076
Editeur : Book Jungle, 2008

Synopsis

Lencios was a 17th century French author, courtesan, and patron of the arts. She was born in Paris and later entered a convent for one year. Lencios was determines to remain unmarried and independent. She devoted her life to physical and intellectual pleasures. In her thirties her home was a center for the arts. She had a large influence on Moliere and at her death left a sum of money for the young Voltaire. During this time she had a succession of lovers. Her opinion that living a good life was possible without religion got her into trouble with the French monarchy. Her whit and charm gave her many influential friends and what is impressive is her being able to stay in good favor with all of then including past lovers. The writings of this amazing woman make for a fascinating literary account.

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Éditeur
Book Jungle
Date d'édition
2008
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1605979074
ISBN 13 
9781605979076
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
272
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
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