Louise de Broglie
French essayist and biographer
Born
May 25th, 1818
206 years ago
Died
1882
143 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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An influential French essayist and biographer, contributions spanned various literary genres. Authored several works on prominent figures of the 19th century, highlighting their lives and contributions to society. Engaged deeply with issues of literature and the arts, producing essays that examined the cultural landscape of the era. The detailed biographies crafted offered insights into the lives of notable contemporaries, reflecting on their personal and professional journeys. Through these writings, significant attention was drawn to the intersection of literature, society, and culture during a transformative period in France.
Published biographies of significant figures
Wrote essays reflecting on 19th-century culture
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