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Living Well with Pessimism in Nineteenth-Century France

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Exploring the emergence of modern pessimism in nineteenth-century France, the book delves into its aesthetic, epistemological, ethical, and political implications. It highlights the shift from empirical verification to discussions of verisimilitude among writers, fostering a dialogue between philosophy and literature. The text contrasts the views of nonfiction writers on pessimism's value and its portrayal in literature, where characters navigate its complexities. Ultimately, it advocates for embracing pessimism as a viable approach to living well in contemporary society.

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Living Well with Pessimism in Nineteenth-Century France, Joseph Acquisto

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2022
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Titul
Living Well with Pessimism in Nineteenth-Century France
Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydania
2022
Väzba
mäkká
Počet strán
312
ISBN13
9783030610166
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Exploring the emergence of modern pessimism in nineteenth-century France, the book delves into its aesthetic, epistemological, ethical, and political implications. It highlights the shift from empirical verification to discussions of verisimilitude among writers, fostering a dialogue between philosophy and literature. The text contrasts the views of nonfiction writers on pessimism's value and its portrayal in literature, where characters navigate its complexities. Ultimately, it advocates for embracing pessimism as a viable approach to living well in contemporary society.