Filiations by Jacques Bainville
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Bainville, Jacques, 1879-1936
French
"Filiations" by Jacques Bainville is a collection of philosophical dialogues and narrative tales written during the early 20th century. The book explores themes of familial lineage, societal changes, and various philosophical ideas intertwined with the historical context of France. Through a series of vignettes, it reflects on the evolution of a si...
to their eventual rise and fall through different historical epochs marked by revolutions and wars. The stories illustrate the family's inherent credulity, highlighting the irony of their beliefs and decisions, which lead to both triumphs and tragedies. Key characters include a naive tisserand, his son who engages in the philosophical social movements of his time, and descendants who grapple with the consequences of their heritage. The backdrop of historical events, such as the French Revolution and World War conflicts, adds depth to the family's saga, bringing forth a critique of broader societal ideologies and human folly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Robert Williams
2 months agoI didn't expect much, but the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
Matthew Lee
5 months agoIn my opinion, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Daniel Martinez
4 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. Thanks for making this available.
Mason Thomas
5 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
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Michael Mitchell
1 month agoIf you enjoy this genre, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. It exceeded all my expectations.