Une saison en enfer by Arthur Rimbaud

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Author Rimbaud, Arthur, 1854-1891
Title Une saison en enfer
Note Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Season_in_Hell Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Une_saison_en_enfer
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Summary "Une saison en enfer" by Arthur Rimbaud is a groundbreaking collection of prose poetry written during the late 19th century. This influential work is often categorized as a poetic narrative that explores themes of love, suffering, and the human condition. Rimbaud's writing is characterized by its vivid imagery and emotional intensity, reflecting his struggles as a young artist grappling with personal and societal demons. The book is structured as a reflection of Rimbaud's tumultuous inner life, presented through a series of poetic essays and fragmented thoughts. The narrative unfolds with a portrayal of a metaphorical descent into hell, where the author confronts his own vices, desires, and disillusionments. Through a series of surreal and haunting visions, Rimbaud grapples with concepts of sin, redemption, and artistic creation. Each section of the work delves into his emotional turmoil, intimate relationships, and a longing for transcendence, ultimately portraying a quest for meaning in a chaotic world. Rimbaud's innovative use of language and form redefined the boundaries of poetry, making this collection a cornerstone of modern literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Prose poems, French
Category Text
EBook-No. 56668
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 7, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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