Une saison en enfer by Arthur Rimbaud
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About this eBook
| Author | Rimbaud, Arthur, 1854-1891 |
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| Title | Une saison en enfer |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues and Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Gallica, Bibliothèque nationale de France.) |
| 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 | Mar 2, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 7, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 448 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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