02246cam a22003133u 4500 16812 UtSlPG 20260610133407.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Barrès, Maurice, 1862-1923 Le culte du moi 1: Sous l'oeil des barbares Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cult_of_the_Self Release date is 2005-10-07 Produced by Marc D'Hooghe From images generously made available by gallica (Bibliothèque nationale de France) at http://gallica.bnf.fr. "Le culte du moi 1: Sous l'œil des barbares" by Maurice Barrès is a philosophical and literary work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the theme of individual identity and the development of the self against a backdrop of societal pressures and norms. It presents a nuanced investigation into the young protagonist's introspective journey as he navigates the complexities of life and personal growth. At the start of this work, the author introduces a young, sensitive male character who grapples with his emotions and experiences the internal turmoil of self-discovery. He reflects on his past, including his challenging upbringing and the influences of literature and society that shape his perception of the world. The narrative unfolds with vivid imagery and metaphoric language, depicting his encounters with various figures that influence his understanding of love, identity, and existence. This opening sets the tone for an exploration of the protagonist's evolving understanding of his own "Moi," emphasizing the tension between personal desire and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16812 58200 58200