Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 02 by Michel de Montaigne

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Author Montaigne, Michel de, 1533-1592
Editor Hazlitt, William Carew, 1834-1913
Translator Cotton, Charles, 1630-1687
Title Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 02
Note Reading ease score: 46.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents That men by various ways arrive at the same end -- Of sorrow -- That our affections carry themselves beyond us -- That the soul discharges her passions upon false objects, where the true are wanting -- Whether the governor of a place besieged ought himself to go out to parley -- That the hour of parley is dangerous -- That the intention is judge of our actions -- Of idleness -- Of liars -- Of quick or slow speech -- Of prognostications -- Of constancy.
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Summary "Essays of Michel de Montaigne — Volume 02" by Michel de Montaigne is a philosophical collection of essays likely written in the late 16th century. The work explores various facets of human nature, behavior, and societal norms, delving into themes such as courage, sorrow, lies, and the complexities of human emotions. Montaigne draws on historical examples to illustrate his points, enabling readers to reflect on their personal experiences and the broader human condition. The opening of the volume begins with a consideration of how different approaches can lead to similar outcomes, particularly in terms of how individuals respond to offenses and seek reparation. Montaigne uses historical figures like Edward, the Black Prince, and Scanderbeg to discuss themes of mercy and bravery. He contrasts the efficacy of submission with that of resolute courage in dealing with adversaries. Through a series of anecdotes, he illustrates that the nature of judgement in human interactions is often multifaceted and complex, setting the tone for introspective analysis throughout the essays that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French essays -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 3582
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Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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