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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: What Is a Classic? – Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve

Posted on December 23, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

The French literary critic Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve was born December 23, 1804 and passed away on October 13, 1869.  His essay What Is A Classic I considered just that… a classic of western thought. What Is A Classic may be read here: … Continue reading →

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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: The Song of Roland, Part II –

Posted on August 15, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

It is said that Roland died at Roncesvaux on August 15, 778.  It is, therefore, only fitting that we discuss The Song of Roland (La Chanson de Roland).  This classic epic poem is based on the Battle of Roncevaux which occurred … Continue reading →

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