02749cam a22003493u 4500 72091 UtSlPG 20260610134651.0 m cr n 260607r20231858utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 16007730 UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Fournel, Victor, 1829-1894 Du rôle des coups de bâton dans les relations sociales et, en particulier, dans l'histoire littéraire Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-11-10 Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) "Du rôle des coups de bâton dans les relations sociales et, en particulier, dans l'histoire littéraire" by Victor Fournel is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the social dynamics and consequences of physical punishment, particularly the metaphorical and literal use of the 'stick' in the relationships between authors and their patrons or audiences throughout history. Fournel examines how these power dynamics were reflected in the treatment of writers, highlighting their struggle for respect and autonomy against various societal forces. The opening of this work sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the historical context of writers in 17th century France, particularly focusing on their often humiliating positions as dependents of the nobility. Fournel introduces readers to the harsh realities faced by these writers, including physical chastisement for perceived slights or failures, as well as the lack of dignity and respect accorded to them within a society that often derided their profession. He begins to outline specific anecdotal instances of writers being disciplined, drawing a vivid picture of the precariousness of their social standing and the societal conventions that allowed such treatment. Overall, this introduction promises a critical reflection on the historical treatment of literary figures and the implications for their legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Paris: A. Delahays, 1858 French literature -- History and criticism France -- Social life and customs Authors, French https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=njp.32101013669856 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72091 112817 112817