Isbn: 9781334843334 - massillon d'après des documents inédits (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and works of a true master of French literature, Jean Baptiste Massillon, a priest whose sermons captivated 18th-century France, and whose writings continue to inspire readers. The author traces Massillon's journey from his humble origins in Provence to the pulpit of the royal chapel at Versailles. Along the way, we discover the orator's struggles with the Jansenist movement and his unwavering commitment to Catholic orthodoxy. The author also analyzes Massillon's literary style, which blended classical eloquence with a profound understanding of human nature, and examines the enduring themes of morality, grace, and redemption that permeate his sermons. Through its rich historical detail and insightful literary analysis, this book offers a comprehensive portrait of a remarkable figure whose words continue to resonate with readers today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…