02388cam a22003013u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000070011910000250012624500910015126400510024230000470029333600260034033700260036633800360039250000310042850801170045952013630057653400450193965300590198485600430204347537UtSlPG20260610134107.0mcr n260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d a01005599 aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDC1 aOgle, Arthur,d1871-14aThe Marquis D'Argenson: A Study in Criticism :bBeing the Stanhope Essay: Oxford, 1893 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2014 a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats atextbtxt2rdacontent acomputerbc2rdamedia aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier aRelease date is 2014-12-04 aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Brian Wilsden and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net a"The Marquis D'Argenson: A Study in Criticism" by Arthur Ogle is a detailed scholarly publication written in the late 19th century. The work revolves around the life and character of René Louis de Voyer, the Marquis d'Argenson, a significant figure in 17th and early 18th century France, recognized for his roles as a diplomat and statesman. Ogle aims to provide a critical analysis of d'Argenson's experiences and perspectives, showcasing the complexity of his character and his impactful contributions to political thought and administration. The opening of the text introduces readers to d'Argenson's ancestry and the historical context of his life, highlighting his upbringing and early career in the French diplomatic service. Ogle emphasizes d'Argenson's unique character traits, such as his originality and moral depth, which often set him at odds with the prevailing social norms of his time. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes evident that d'Argenson navigated various political landscapes with a combination of idealism and practicality, aiming to serve the public good while grappling with personal and professional challenges. The introduction serves as a foundation for exploring his subsequent roles and influences throughout his life, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) nOriginal publication data not identified aArgenson, René-Louis de Voyer, marquis d', 1694-175740uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47537