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“The first typical adolescent of modern times was Wagner's Siegfried. : the music of Siegfried expressed for the first time that combination of (provisional) purity, physical strength, naturism, spontaneity and joie de vivre which was to make the adolescent the hero of our twentieth century, the century of adolescence.”

Quote by Philippe Aries

Work

Centuries of childhood: a social history of family life

Centuries of Childhood delves into the social history of family life, analyzing how the perception and treatment of children have evolved over time. The book investigates the cultural, economic, and social factors that have shaped the lives of children across different eras, offering insights into the development of childhood as a distinct phase of life. more

Author

Philippe Aries

Philippe Aries was a prominent French historian born on July 21, 1914, and passed away on February 8, 1984. His research focused on the history of French society and gender, having a profound impact on the field of history. more

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