02606cam a22003253u 4500 27807 UtSlPG 20260610133632.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Marmontel, Jean-François, 1723-1799 Mémoires de Marmontel (Volume 3 of 3) : Mémoires d'un père pour servir à l'Instruction de ses enfans Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-01-14 Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Eric Vautier and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) "Mémoires de Marmontel (Volume 3 of 3)" by Jean-François Marmontel is a series of autobiographical reflections written in the late 19th century. The work provides a detailed account of the author's life experiences, focusing on his development as a writer, relationships with significant figures of his time, and personal challenges. Marmontel shares insights into his family background, early education, literary ambitions, and the various social circles he navigated, offering readers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural life of 18th-century France. The opening of this volume introduces Marmontel's inner thoughts following the loss of close family members and the ensuing solitude he faces as he confronts the realities of aging. He reflects on his past connections and considers the possibility of companionship, ultimately leading to a romantic relationship with Mlle de Montigny, whom he initially believes is out of his reach due to their age difference. Marmontel's narrative captures his encounters with friends and family, the dynamics of their relationships, and his philosophical musings on love, friendship, and honor. This beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his life and the societal changes he observes in a rapidly transforming France. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Authors, French -- 18th century -- Biography Marmontel, Jean François, 1723-1799 Tourneux, Maurice, 1849-1917 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27807 68716 68716