The Words by Jean Paul Sartre
This autobiographical work delves into the formative years of a young boy growing up in early 20th-century France, exploring the profound impact of literature and storytelling on his development. Through a reflective narrative, the protagonist examines his childhood experiences, revealing how the written word became both a refuge and a tool for self-discovery. The memoir intricately weaves themes of identity, imagination, and the quest for meaning, offering a candid glimpse into the mind of a budding intellectual grappling with the complexities of life and the power of language.
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- Published
- 1963
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
- - Die Wörter
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- 100 Best Non-Fiction Books (in Translation) of the 20th Century … and Beyond (Counterpunch)
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- Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher (Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)
- The 100 Novels That Have Most Enthralled "Le Monde" Since 1944 (Le Monde)
- The 50 best French language books from 1900 to today (Le Temps)
- The Bigger Read List (English PEN)
- ZEIT-Bibliothek der 100 Bücher (Die Zeit)
- Zeit Literaturkanon (https://www.librarything.com/award/335/ZEIT-Literaturkanon)