La farce de la Sorbonne by René Benjamin
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Benjamin, René, 1885-1948
French
"La Farce de la Sorbonne" by René Benjamin is a satirical examination of academic life written in the early 20th century. The work critiques the state of French higher education, particularly through the lens of the Sorbonne, showcasing a variety of professors and their eccentricities. The book utilizes humor and absurdity to highlight the shortcom...
Sorbonne, revealing his youthful impressions of the university and the characters inhabiting it, particularly the professors he encounters. It is depicted as a mix of awe and disillusionment, as he observes the pretentiousness of his peers and the rigid, often ridiculous teaching methods of the professors. Through anecdotes of exams and classroom interactions, Benjamin sets the stage for a broader critique of the institution, hinting at the farcical nature of its operation while planting seeds for a deeper exploration of intellectual pretension and the absurdity of educational pomp. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
James Ramirez
5 months agoHaving read this twice, the material builds progressively without overwhelming the reader. This felt rewarding to read.
Donna Mitchell
1 month agoAfter spending time with this material, the content encourages further exploration of the subject. This felt rewarding to read.
James Hill
5 months agoFrom an academic standpoint, the style is confident yet approachable. I have no regrets downloading this.
Kevin Williams
3 months agoAfter spending time with this material, the content encourgaes further exploration of the subject. Truly inspiring.
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Emily Torres
4 months agoThis came highly recommended and the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. This book will stay with me for a long time.