Publisher's Synopsis
""A Short History of French Literature"" by Leon Emile Kastner is a comprehensive overview of the development of French literature from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. The book covers the major literary movements, styles, and authors of each era, including the troubadours, the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, Romanticism, Realism, Symbolism, and Surrealism. Kastner also discusses the social and historical context that influenced French literature, such as the French Revolution and World War I. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal introduction for students and general readers interested in French literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
