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"Bezumnyy den' ili zhenit'ba Figaro" - radiopostanovka Moskovskogo Teatra Satiry po odnoimennoy p'ese. Ispolniteli: A. Shirvindt, V. Vasil'eva, A. Mironov, N. Kornienko, O. Aroseva, R. Tkachuk, A. Voevodin, Z. Visokovskiy, Yu. Avsharov, Yu. Kozlovskiy i dr.

Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais est un écrivain français, dramaturge, musicien, homme d'affaires, surtout connu pour ses talents d'écrivain. Il fut également espion et marchand d'armes pour le compte du roi. Figure importante du siècle des Lumières, il est estimé comme un des annonciateurs de la Révolution française et de la liberté d'opinion ainsi résumée dans sa plus célèbre pièce "Le mariage de Figaro" : "Sans la liberté de blâmer, il n'est point d'éloge flatteur".

"600 Quotations from the Great 18th Century Writers" is a collection of inspiring thoughts and reflections from six of the greatest literary minds of all time. During this time, society was experiencing a cultural upheaval, with more emphasis being placed on happiness and the pursuit of knowledge. While these quotes might be over 200 years old, they bear as much relevance today as they did when they were first coined. A superb read for dipping in and out of.

Packed with thoughts, reflections, witticisms, and lines from his extensive body of work, "100 Quotes by Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais" is a superb read for fans of this accomplished writer. Ideal for dipping in and out of, readers of this collection will find themselves surprised as to how many of his sayings have found their way into modern parlance. A welcome addition to any coffee table.

"600 Quotations from the Great French Writers of the 18th Century" features the wit and wisdom of some of the greatest French writers ever. From Montesquieu and Voltaire to Denis Diderot and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, this carefully crafted collection is an entertaining, educational and enthralling insight into the finest minds of the 18th Century. Ideal for those needing a dose of encouragement. These French literary giants are responsible for some of the worlds most famous works, including "Candide", "Discourse on Inequality" and "The Social Contract".