America And French Culture 1750-1848

By Howard Mumford Jones

Book Overview

""America and French Culture 1750-1848"" is a scholarly work written by Howard Mumford Jones that explores the cultural exchange between America and France during the period from 1750 to 1848. The book provides a detailed analysis of the impact of French culture on American literature, art, architecture, music, and social life during this time. Jones examines the ways in which American writers, artists, and intellectuals were influenced by French culture, including the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and the Romantic movement. He also explores the ways in which American culture was perceived and interpreted by the French, and how this exchange of ideas and cultural influences shaped both countries' national identities. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the cultural exchange between America and France. Jones provides extensive historical context and analysis throughout the book, drawing on a wide range of primary sources and secondary literature. Overall, ""America and French Culture 1750-1848"" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the complex relationship between two nations and their cultural identities during a pivotal period in history. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of American and French history, literature, and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432557106
• ISBN13: 9781432557102
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 632 Pages
• Weight: 2.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"