Ferdinand Brunetière

French literary critic and scholar

Ferdinand Brunetière - Thinkers & Philosophers born July 19th, 1849
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A prominent literary critic and scholar specializing in French literature, contributions focused on the analysis of drama and novels during the late 19th century. He served as a professor at the Collège de France, influencing many through lectures and publications. Significant works include 'Les Écrivains de la France' which outlined the achievements of French novelists and 'L'Évolution de la poésie lyrique en France' examining the development of French lyric poetry. Brunetière played a key role in the establishment of the modern examination of literature, advocating for the importance of literary criticism in understanding cultural currents.

Published 'Les Écrivains de la France'

Served as a professor at Collège de France

Authored 'L'Évolution de la poésie lyrique en France'

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