“...one of the traits of genius is not to drag its thought through the rut worn by vulgar minds.”
Quote by Stendhal
Work
Red and black: a new translation, backgrounds and sources, criticism
The volume includes a fresh translation of the original text, accompanied by extensive background information, original source documents, and scholarly criticism of the work. more
Author
Stendhal
Stendhal, born Marie-Henri Beyle, was a prominent 19th-century French novelist and literary critic. Known for his profound psychological portrayals and unique narrative style, his works include masterpieces such as 'The Red and the Black' and 'The Charterhouse of Parma'. Stendhal was born on January 23, 1783, and died on March 23, 1842. more
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