Dictionnaire littr? en 10/18 [Paperback] Collectif

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Paperback cover has some normal wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure. Good reading copy.

This well-worn copy of Émile Littré’s renowned French dictionary, first published in 1863, is a testament to its enduring relevance. Littré dedicated over 40 years to compiling this comprehensive lexicon, which became a landmark in the study of the French language. Beyond its linguistic significance, the dictionary reflects Littré’s progressive views, incorporating scientific terminology and challenging religious dogma. This compact edition made his monumental work accessible to a wider audience, ensuring its continued influence on French literature and culture.

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Paperback cover has some normal wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure. Good reading copy.

This well-worn copy of the “Dictionnaire littré en 10/18” is a testament to the enduring relevance of Émile Littré’s seminal French dictionary, first published in 1863. Littré, a renowned 19th-century scholar and philosopher, dedicated over 40 years to compiling this comprehensive lexicon, which became a landmark in the study of the French language. Beyond its linguistic significance, the dictionary reflects Littré’s progressive views, incorporating scientific terminology and challenging religious dogma. This edition, a compact paperback version, made Littré’s monumental work accessible to a wider audience, ensuring its continued influence on French literature and culture. For collectors and linguists alike, this copy represents a tangible link to a pivotal moment in the evolution of the French language and the intellectual currents that shaped modern France.

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