William R. Everdell, St. Ann's School
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Book Description
A reprint of the Library of Liberal Arts edition of 1964. This anthology features unabridged translations of Diderot's best work as a literary artist, including those writings that embody his most original and influential ideas.
Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French
About the Author
Ralph H. Bowen is Professor Emeritus of History, Northern Illinois University.
Rameau's Nephew and Other Works ANNOTATION
A reprint of the Library of Liberal Arts edition of 1964.
Author Biography: Jacques Barzun is Professor Emeritus of History, Columbia University.
Author Biography: Ralph H. Bowen is Professor Emeritus of History, Northern Illinois University.
FROM THE CRITICS
Booknews
Enthusiasts of Diderot and students of the Enlightenment will take pleasure in this group of new translations of several short works from his later career carried out by two senior scholars of history, Barzun (emeritus, Columbia U.) and Bowen (emeritus, Northern Illinois U.). Barzun translates , Bowen translates and five more short works; they provide a preface for each. There is an introduction but no index. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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