Blaise Pascal

Lettres Provinciales (eBook, ePUB)

Defending Faith with Satire and Logic: A 17th-Century French Classic
Übersetzer: M'Crie, Thomas

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Blaise Pascal's 'Lettres Provinciales' is a collection of eighteen letters written in the mid-17th century, which were initially created as a defense of Antoine Arnauld, a Jansenist theologian. Pascal's eloquent and persuasive writing style in these letters resulted in their publication as a book. The content of the letters criticizes Jesuit moral theology and defends the Jansenist position on grace, creating a significant impact in the literary and theological context of the time. Pascal's use of satire, wit, and logical arguments makes 'Lettres Provinciales' a remarkable example of French prose of the period. The letters are not only a critique of Jesuit casuistry but also a reflection on faith, reason, and morals. Blaise Pascal, a mathematician, physicist, and philosopher, was deeply religious, which influenced his writing. His background in mathematics and philosophy gave him a unique perspective to address theological issues with logical rigor. 'Lettres Provinciales' is recommended to readers interested in 17th-century French literature, theology, and philosophy, as it offers a captivating blend of erudition and rhetoric.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 263
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066466701
• Artikelnr.: 61609490