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How the French Invented Love

Nine Hundred Years of Passion and Romance
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

Marilyn Yalom delves into the fascinating history of how the French shaped our understanding and expression of love. From medieval courtly love to the romantic ideals of the Enlightenment, this book uncovers the cultural forces that made France synonymous with romance. It explores the evolution of relationships, marriage, and passion through centuries of French thought and society.

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