Essais d'un dictionnaire universel by Antoine Furetière
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Furetière, Antoine, 1619-1688
French
"Essais d'un dictionnaire universel" by Antoine Furetière is a dictionary published in 1684 as a preview of his comprehensive French language dictionary. This work sparked a bitter conflict with the Académie française, which held a monopoly on general dictionaries. Furetière's dictionary included specialized terminology and peripheral vocabulary, c...
posthumously in 1690, igniting religious and scholarly debates across Europe for decades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Daniel Rivera
4 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
Elizabeth Hill
2 months agoInitially overlooked, this book the insights offered are both practical and thought-provoking. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Elijah Johnson
2 weeks agoFrom a casual reader’s perspective, it provides a comprehensive overview that is perfect for students and experts alike. Absolutely essential reading.
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James Smith
3 months agoIf you enjoy this genre, the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.