by Jean de La Bruyère · Hachette · tapa blanda · ISBN 9782011691149
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«Les Caractères» is the moralist essay by Jean de La Bruyère, published by Hachette in paperback (208 pages, in French).
A blend of maxims, portraits and reflections, the work portrays French society of the 17th century, dominated by appearances and hypocrisy at the court of Louis XIV. The author satirises the vices of his era, from salons to antechambers, and denounces intrigues for royal favour.
Originally published in 1687. School edition from Hachette's Bibliolycée collection, with the chapters 'De la Cour' and 'Des grands' annotated and teaching material.
For secondary school students studying French literature: the didactic apparatus allows the work to be studied in class.
Jean de La Bruyère was a French philosopher and moralist, who was noted for his satire.
