Francis SteegmullerNon-Fiction · Essays·1906–1994
A woman, a man, and two kingdoms
Synopsis
This book explores the intricate relationship between Madame d'Épinay, a prominent French intellectual, and Ferdinando Galiani, an Italian abbé and economist, through their extensive correspondence. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century France and the Kingdom of Naples, it offers a window into the intellectual and social circles of the Enlightenment. The narrative delves into their friendship, shared ideas, and the cultural exchange between two distinct European societies.
How it reads
Prose complexity 7/10