Alphonse Daudet, born on May 13, 1840, in Nîmes, France, was a distinguished writer whose works are lauded for their vivid prose, wit, and incisive social commentary. He initially pursued a career in teaching but quickly turned his attention to writing. His career as a writer began in earnest when he moved to Paris and started working as a secretary to the Duke of Morny, which exposed him to literary circles and political society. Daudet quickly gained recognition for his contributions to French literature, particularly for the blend of realism and romanticism in his narratives. One of his most celebrated works, 'Tartarin of Tarascon,' is an episodic novel that satirizes the bourgeois milieu and quixotic ideals through the adventures of its eponymous protagonist, Tartarin, a comic figure whose escapades are both humorous and critical of provincial life. Notable for its use of local dialect and its colorful depiction of the southern French locale, the novel is a testament to Daudet's sharp wit and deep understanding of regional character. As an author, Daudet's legacy is cemented by his keen observational skills, his criticism of social injustices, and his ability to capture the human condition in prose. His literary style continues to be studied and enjoyed for its masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters. Alphonse Daudet passed away on December 16, 1897, leaving behind a body of work that continues to resonate with readers and scholars alike.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 15.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century • 19th century French books • Adventure satire novel • adventure stories • Algeria • Algerian expedition • Alphonse Daudet novels • comic novels • exciting adventure • Fiction • French • French classic literature • French cultural fiction • French fiction • French Literature • Hunting enthusiast • lion hunting • literature of France • middle-aged man • Over-imaginative • Provençal fiction • Provencal town • quirky storytelling • satirical novel • Tarascon tales • Tartarin series • Translations into English • unique characters |
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