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100 1 _aHirn, Y.
_q(Yrjö),
_d1870-1952
245 1 0 _aDiderot
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2023-07-13
508 _aJari Koivisto
520 _a"Diderot" by Y. Hirn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life of Denis Diderot, a notable thinker and writer of the 18th century known for his contributions to literature, philosophy, and the arts. It delves into Diderot's upbringing, his struggles in pursuit of literary fame, and the significant works that defined his legacy. The opening of the text provides an overview of Diderot's early life, referencing his humble origins in Langres, where he was born to a family of knife makers. It describes the warmth and generosity of his father's household, highlighting the supportive family environment that influenced his character and future endeavors. It also addresses the conflicts Diderot experienced when he pursued a literary career against his family's expectations, as his choice to focus on arts rather than pursuing a profession like law or theology led to financial struggles and familial tensions. Themes of familial love, social expectations, and the desire for intellectual freedom are evident as the chapter sets the stage for Diderot's journey as a prominent figure of the Enlightenment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cFinland: WSOY, 1917
653 _aDiderot, Denis, 1713-1784
700 1 _aLehtonen, J. V.
_q(Johannes Vihtori),
_d1883-1948
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71183
999 _c111909
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