A Short History of French Literature (Paperback)

Sarah Kay (author), Terence Cave (author), Malcolm Bowie (author)

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Paperback 358 Pages
Published: 12/01/2006

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Synopsis

This book traces the history of French literature from its beginnings to the present. Within its remarkably brief compass, it offers a wide-ranging, personal, and detailed account of major writers and movements. Developments in French literature are presented in an innovative way, not as an even sequence of literary events but as a series of stories told at varying pace and with different kinds of focus. Readers can thus take in the broad sweep of historical change, grasp the main characteristics of major periods, or enjoy a close appraisal of individual works and their contexts. The book is written in an accessible and non-technical style that will make it attractive to students and to all those who enjoy French Literature.

Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780199291182
Number of pages: 358
Weight: 469 g
Dimensions: 216 x 138 x 20 mm

MEDIA REVIEWS

Review from previous edition thoughtfully organized . . . masterfully told . . . essential * Choice *
That all the information in this book can coexist in a format that is such an enjoyable read is truly remarkable * Choice *
Three of the most eminent anglophone writers on French literature have combined their talents to map its history. Academic readers will expect to have familiar territory redrawn in an exciting way and rich treasures to be discovered in stranger places. They will not be disappointed. * French Studies *
A confident three-hander, it stands up for permanence, the craft of writing, and the pleasures of reading * Modern Language Review *
this book inherits an academic tradition of brevity, intelligence and elegance * El Pais *