Life, Letters, And Epicurean Philosophy Of Ninon De L'Enclos (1903) - Hardcover

by Charles Henry Robinson (Author), Louis Damours (Author), William Hassell Overton (Author)

Life, Letters, and Epicurean Philosophy of Ninon de L'Enclos is a book written by Charles Henry Robinson and published in 1903. The book is a detailed account of the life and philosophy of Ninon de L'Enclos, a French courtesan who lived in the 17th century. Robinson's work is divided into three parts: the first part is a biographical account of Ninon de L'Enclos, the second part consists of her letters, and the third part is a discussion of her philosophy. The biographical account covers Ninon's childhood, her rise to fame as a courtesan, her relationships with famous men of her time, and her eventual retirement from the profession. The letters included in the book provide insight into Ninon's personal life and relationships, as well as her thoughts on love, friendship, and other topics. The third part of the book discusses Ninon's philosophy, which was heavily influenced by the teachings of Epicurus. Ninon believed in living a life free of excess and pursuing pleasure in moderation. She also believed in the importance of friendship and the pursuit of knowledge. Overall, Life, Letters, and Epicurean Philosophy of Ninon de L'Enclos provides a fascinating look into the life and philosophy of a remarkable woman who defied societal norms and lived life on her own terms.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.