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Les français peints par eux-mêmes, tome 1
"Les français peints par eux-mêmes, tome 1" by L. Curmer is an encyclopedic collection published between 1840 and 1842. This ambitious work surveys French society through portraits of different social types, from Parisian shopkeepers to provincial inhabitants. Combining satirical and historical perspectives, renowned writers like Honoré de Balzac and illustrators like Honoré Daumier collaborated to create detailed character studies. Drawing on contemporary scientific theories about human behavior and environment, the collection aims to capture French society in comprehensive detail for future generations.
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Les Français peints par eux-mêmes, tome 2 Encyclopédie morale du dix-neuvième siècle
"Les Français peints par eux-mêmes, tome 2" by L. Curmer is a collection published between 1840 and 1842. This encyclopedic work surveys the diverse types and social classes of French society, from Parisian inhabitants to provincial and colonial populations. Featuring contributions from celebrated writers like Honoré de Balzac and Charles Nodier, alongside illustrations by artists such as Honoré Daumier, the collection presents satirical and historical portraits of French people. Each chapter examines a specific "type," drawing on scientific theories of the era to create a comprehensive panorama of nineteenth-century French society.
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