Prosper Mérimée

Prosper Mérimée's Short Stories

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 278
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 395g
• ISBN-13: 9781016728881
• ISBN-10: 1016728883
• Artikelnr.: 66732798

Autorenporträt

Prosper Mérimée (1803-1870) was a notable figure in French literature during the 19th century, acclaimed chiefly for his novellas and short stories that embody the blend of romanticism and realism. Mérimée's works are distinguished by their psychological depth, concise narrative style, and a penchant for exotic subjects and historical detail. An erudite scholar with interests in history, archeology, and languages, Mérimée's intellectual curiosity is mirrored in the breadth of themes addressed in his literature. His seminal collection, 'Prosper Mérimée's Short Stories,' showcases this versatility, including the famous 'Carmen,' which was later adapted into the renowned opera by Georges Bizet. Other significant works include 'Mateo Falcone,' 'The Venus of Ille,' and 'Colomba,' which reflect his talent for exploring the macabre, the supernatural, and the complexities of human nature. Mérimée's narrative style is marked by an economy of expression and a subtle use of irony, crafting stories that reveal the ironic tragedies of human life. He was also engaged in cultural preservation in his role as an inspector of historical monuments in France, further enriching his contribution to French cultural heritage. Mérimée's literary oeuvre remains pivotal in French literature, celebrated for its profound exploration of emotion and the human experience, cloaked in the concise elegance of his narrative craft.