The Opinions of Anatole France

The Opinions of Anatole France is a collection of essays and speeches by the renowned French writer Anatole France. The book covers a wide range of topics, from literature and art to politics and religion. France's opinions on these subjects are expressed in his characteristic style, which is marked by wit, irony, and a deep appreciation for the complexities of human nature.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of France's thought. In the section on literature, for example, he discusses the importance of irony and satire in the works of great writers like Voltaire and Swift. In the section on politics, he explores the dangers of nationalism and the need for international cooperation. And in the section on religion, he offers a skeptical and often humorous take on the role of organized religion in society.Throughout the book, France's opinions are informed by his deep knowledge of history and his commitment to humanism. He is a passionate defender of individual freedom and human dignity, and his writing is marked by a profound sense of empathy for those who have suffered at the hands of oppressive regimes and social structures.Overall, The Opinions of Anatole France is a fascinating and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the life and thought of one of the most important writers of the early 20th century.1922. Recorded by Paul Gsell. Anatole France is the pen name of Jacques Anatole Francois Thibault, French novelist, poet, critic and winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1921. Contents: To the Reader; The Hermitage of the Sage; Candidates for the Academy; On Becoming on Academician; Politics in the Academy; The Credo of a Sceptic; Professor Brown and the Secret of Genius; Professor Brown Still Searches; Professor Brown Bewildered; A Live Woman and a Pretty Doll; M. Bergeret Collaborates with the Divine Sarah; Anatole France at Rodin�������s, or Lunch at Meudon; On War; The Russian Revolution at the Villa Said; and The Omnipotence of Dream. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.