The Literature of the French Renaissance: Volume 2 [Paperback]

First published in 1904, this book forms part of a two-volume set examining the development of literature during the French Renaissance.First published in 1904, this book forms part of a two-volume set examining the development of literature during the French Renaissance. Taken together, the volumes cover the period 1525 to 1605, incorporating detailed information on numerous works and key literary figures, beginning with Francis I and his court and moving through to Mathurin R?gnier.First published in 1904, this book forms part of a two-volume set examining the development of literature during the French Renaissance. Taken together, the volumes cover the period 1525 to 1605, incorporating detailed information on numerous works and key literary figures, beginning with Francis I and his court and moving through to Mathurin R?gnier.First published in 1904, this book forms part of a two-volume set examining the development of literature during the French Renaissance. Taken together, the volumes cover the period 1525 to 1605, incorporating detailed information on numerous works and key literary figures, beginning with Francis I and his court and moving through to Mathurin R?gnier. Both volumes were written by the renowned Cambridge literary critic and classicist Arthur Tilley (18511942). These books will be of value to anyone with an interest in French literature and the Renaissance.17. The lesser starts; 18. The second generation; 19. The Renaissance drama; Part III. (15801605) Montaigne: 20. The return to nature; 21. Montaigne; 22. The followers of Rabelais; 23. Memoirs and letters; 24. History and political science; 25. The Satire M?nipp?e; 26. D'Aubign?; 27. The years of transition; 28. Regnier; 29. Conclusion; Appendix E. The authorship of the Discours merveilleux; Appendix F. The genesis of the Satire M?nipp?e; Appendix G. On some biographical and bibliographical works; Appendix H. Chronological table.