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Willy
1859
1931
Gauthier-Villars, Henry
Maugis, Henry
26005339
Souvenirs littéraires... et autres
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"Souvenirs littéraires... et autres" by Willy is a collection of literary anecdotes and reflections written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the lives and writings of various authors, musicians, and artists, drawing on both personal experiences and cultural observations from a bygone era. Through a humorous and insightful lens, Willy shares stories of literary figures and critiques the world of literature and art. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Willy's engaging style as he recounts amusing and pointed encounters from the literary scene. He humorously addresses inquiries about why writers write, presenting a series of witty responses from various authors that reflect their personalities and philosophies. This section not only establishes the book's tone—marked by a blend of levity and cultural critique—but also begins to set the stage for an exploration of the literary world that includes notable figures, their quirks, and the observed absurdities in their interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Music -- History and criticism
French literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism
Anonyms and pseudonyms, French
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Category: Humour
Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: French Literature
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