Laurence Sterne (1713-1768) [ Art and Literature ]
… as its narrative trope, while Sterne’s second extensive work can be seen as an exploration of sociability. People > Art and Literature Mots-clés Salons Enlightenment Sentiment Novel Celebrity Satire Slavery In a letter written from Paris … Shandy’) as the man, Laurence Sterne. His fictional character merged with his social persona, his literary work seemed part of the social fabric. Conversely, his two major works, Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman (1759-67), as … he remained until 1760. Sterne published himself his sermons. They are neither the work of a sharp theologian nor of a particularly original preacher, but they suggest an Anglican priest in tune with the theology of his time. Even though he …
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