Isbn: 9780243978243 - contes et nouvelles de la fontaine (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of 15 tales authored in the 17th century by the celebrated French writer Jean de La Fontaine. Predominantly set against the backdrop of medieval Italian society, these witty and entertaining tales explore universal human themesâ"love, marriage, infidelity, and social classâ"with a healthy dose of courtly intrigue. La Fontaine draws upon a rich tapestry of influences, including the works of Boccaccio, Rabelais, and other classical and Renaissance authors, to create a work that is both timeless and profoundly insightful. Through a diverse cast of characters that includes lusty priests, cuckolded husbands, cunning servants, and resourceful wives, the author deftly exposes societal frailties and human foibles, often arriving at surprising conclusions. This enchanting collection invites readers to immerse themselves in a world of literary brilliance, offering a glimpse into the enduring power of storytelling and the universality of the human condition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…