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nesiacha · 4 days ago

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Personality Traits of Gracchus Babeuf part I

As usual, I am not infallible, so please feel free to criticize me. Additionally, my text is not very fluid because I’ve been very exhausted these days, but I couldn’t risk losing it due to issues with my computer.

In the first part, we saw here https://www.tumblr.com/nesiacha/775869258936860672/physical-appearance-of-gracchus-babeuf?source=share what Gracchus Babeuf looked like. Here, we will discuss his personality. In this part we will see Babeuf's positive personality traits then in a third part his faults (thanks to the word limit on Tumblr)

Gracchus Babeuf was known to be a very sensitive person, as confirmed by his friend Buonarroti. His gaze also revealed his frankness.

As a fervent revolutionary, he was strongly opposed to some of the massacres during the Revolution, such as the drownings ordered by Carrier and the assassination of Foulon during the storming of the Bastille. You can see more on this topic in the links here: Gracchus Babeuf’s Opinion on the Storming of the Bastille and Message to de Villiers and Sécher-Chaunu, which also demonstrate that Babeuf was fully committed to republican ideals. These sources counter the arguments of some « historians » like Sécher, who wrongly claim that Babeuf's writings condemning the violence in Vendée support the absurd thesis that the French Revolution was a model of totalitarianism.

Babeuf was also known for his sense of humor, which he often used, whether with his family (as seen in an excerpt from his correspondence with them here) or with his colleagues and in his journal. Jean-Marc Schiappa mentions: "He also speaks of the Fates who eliminated his predecessors when he applied for a feudist position and notes that his health is good."

Another excerpt from Jean-Marc Schiappa’s book shows Babeuf's humor when he was pursued by the police for the umpteenth time: "Babeuf's account, published in issue 36 of the journal dated 20 Frimaire, is delightful. He recounts putting into practice the principle of 'resistance to oppression' and, with a powerful punch, strikes the 'alzaguil' (a reminiscence of Marat, who used the term in support of Babeuf in 1790, although Babeuf had already used it himself in Year III). After escaping, he is pursued by an agent shouting 'Thief!' Even in this situation, Babeuf maintains his humor and dignity: he must look like a thief since he lost his cravat. Three times he was stopped by the crowd 'at the corner of Rue Honoré, across from the Assumption. But three times it was enough to say my name for the people to release me. The brave workers of the Hall, employed at the provisions store, were the last to stop me.' However, 'as soon as they knew who I was, they protected my retreat.'"

In addition to his humor, Gracchus Babeuf had a remarkable talent for writing, which made him an excellent journalist. His father, a former soldier, provided him with an education despite their limited means, in a manner that deeply traumatized young Gracchus. He wrote: "The education cost my shoulders dearly, as it was taught roughly, and I vividly remember the soldierly tone and the terribly blunt gestures with which they... not brutalized, but atrociously tortured my childhood." Babeuf had to work very early, like many poor children at the time, starting as a laborer. Some say he was self-taught, while others disagree. In any case, even in prison, and until the end, he continued his journalistic work. Bouis had good reason to believe that Babeuf was also the writer of an article published by his friend Hésine in support of the accused.

While Babeuf was warm, open, and friendly, he could also have a hot temper, as noted by his lawyer, Réal, which was confirmed by various actions in his life. He did not hesitate to insult the concierge of the Besse detention house during one of his many stays, calling him "a vile devil, a low servant, etc." He also refused to respond to Jean Almain, the head of the interrogation office, saying that he only wanted to be questioned by a representative of the people.

During his last stay in prison in Vendôme, Babeuf exhibited an even more explosive temperament alongside a prominent Babouvist, Blondeau, who had become a police officer. An excerpt from Régis Bouis states: "Among the prisoners in Vendôme, it was Babeuf, who, aside from his role in their common defense, committed the most acts of violence toward the guards, particularly the cooks." Jean-Marc Schiappa adds: "On 20 Brumaire, Babeuf did not hesitate to threaten him. On 30 Frimaire, 'the dishes were broken, and the uproar became considerable.' On 11 Nivôse, Babeuf 'struck the cook with two kicks to the ribs.' On 15 Pluviôse, 'the medical officer was mistreated by Babeuf and Blondeau.'" One incident was recounted by an indirect witness, the former royal cook Mignot Warnié, who had also worked for Babeuf during his final prison stay: "The custom of the house was to serve each prisoner one soup bowl and two plates for the stew and entrée. On 22 Pluviôse, several prisoners, including Babeuf, were only given one plate. Babeuf protested to the cook about the impossibility of receiving all three items in one vessel for his meal." Babeuf raised his voice, as did his interlocutor. Gracchus then broke the plates, and the meal was served in a chamber pot, which Babeuf, justly outraged, threw across the legs of the two servants, though he did not hit them. He was subsequently placed in solitary confinement.

However, Jean-Marc Schiappa notes that although Babeuf was known for his sometimes explosive temper, it had never been as intense as during his time in Vendôme. Why? This was part of his "defensive strategy of rupture," rejecting any authority to awaken public opinion, which would be necessary for the "rescue" of the accused.

Babeuf was also furious when, for the umpteenth time, the judges attempted to defame him as a royalist and claimed that the Conspiracy aimed to restore the monarchy. They showed one of the words his 11-year-old son had said about his father, calling him Gracchus I, as though it were a royalist title, when it was, in fact, an expression of admiration from a son to his father. Babeuf grew angry and pointed out the author of the word, his son, now 12 years old, to thwart the futile attempt to pit father against son. Babeuf's outbursts, therefore, could be both genuine and understandable, especially when his family was attacked, but also entirely calculated, such as in his defensive strategy of rupture. He also used this text about the suffering his wife and children had to endure, which continued even after his death.

Contrary to many misconceptions (I have Zweig in my sights), Gracchus was an intelligent man, not a fool. Here is one of the many proofs that illustrate Babeuf's astute mind, according to Jean-Marc Schiappa: "Let the Nazarene god have no more privileges than others, and let him remain confined to temples." Babeuf preferred to emphasize the issue of education. For a revolution, Babeuf wanted it to occur "on a day when the Decadi coincided with a Sunday, to more easily unite workers still attached to Christian practices and those who had already renounced them," demonstrating great intelligence. (Where I disagree with Schiappa is when he suggests that Babeuf was aligned with Robespierre in laying the foundations for a secular tradition and rejecting persecution. It is not the latter part that I disagree with, but rather the idea that Babeuf was on the same wavelength as Robespierre, given that Babeuf disapproved of the "Supreme Being" cult. To be fair to Schiappa, he notes a page earlier that Babeuf criticized Robespierre's religious policy.)

As you may have seen in the post explaining the relationship between Jean-Paul Marat and Gracchus Babeuf, Gracchus was right on certain points compared to Marat. Link to the post. Here’s an excerpt: "While Marat constantly attacked Necker, he was also opposed to the maximum and the establishment of stable prices in February 1793, according to Daline (a policy favored by the Hébertists, close to Babeuf, such as Chaumette), while Babeuf, according to Daline's excerpt, believed that the only way to solve the supply difficulties was 'taxation,' the establishment of stable prices. In his correspondence, he wrote: 'Until we come to more decisive taxation, we will always be at risk of shortages, and no committee of provisions will stop us from suffering hunger.' The unfinished manuscript also contains interesting observations by Babeuf about the grain market of Santerre in Picardy, France, as he tried to understand why the grain coming from there to Paris was not reaching the capital." So, Babeuf wanted to go beyond Marat and sought to better understand economic problems.

Gracchus also predicted the rise of Bonaparte, like many other revolutionaries, as you can see here: Link to the post. Let’s not forget that he successfully evaded authorities multiple times and led a long clandestine life, which requires a certain level of cunning and intelligence. Though sometimes known for his overflowing enthusiasm, to the point of having feverish fits according to some sources, he wasn’t constantly exalted, as Jean-Marc Schiappa explained. He also calmed the impatient in issue number 41 of his journal. He often had to outsmart opponents, including during his trial, when he knew the atmosphere was shifting in their favor. He was even willing to negotiate with the Directoire, as shown in some of his letters. Contrary to some misconceptions I’ve seen (not here on Tumblr, but in other forums), Gracchus Babeuf didn’t dream of dying as a martyr for his cause. He wanted to live as long as possible, especially for his family. He himself said that he "contemplated the future of his wife and children" (according to Schiappa). However, if faced with betraying his beliefs and friends or death, he chose death, fully aware that it would be the necessary path, as he said: "one must pay the toll."

Gracchus was a man who believed in equality between men and women, as seen here: Link to the post. He was a truly incorruptible man. Despite constant poverty, he refused to be bought by his enemies, even after the death of his daughter due to malnutrition. Even in adversity and the most difficult trials, he did not give up, demonstrating great courage and integrity. Honestly, after everything he had suffered, especially after the death of his second daughter, I wouldn’t have blamed him for at least trying to secure better income to survive, even if it meant accepting offers from corrupt men. But he refused, which once again demonstrates great courage and extraordinary fighting spirit

In this first post, you can see some of the hardships Gracchus faced through excerpts from his writings: Link to the post, and in the second one, the bribery offer Fouché made to Gracchus (perhaps coming from Barras), which he rejected, marking the final break between Fouché and Babeuf: Link to the post.

Babeuf was a man who believed in the equality of men and women, as seen in this post: Link to the post. There were several important women among the Babouvists, who deserve further research. These included Marie-Adelaide Lambert, Sophie Lapierre, and perhaps even Elisabeth Lebon, widow of Joseph Lebon. This woman, while in the Arras prison, formed links with future important Babouvists (such as Charles Germain), and said: "Here, all the friends are in continuous meeting with Babeuf." Other important women in history supported the Babouvists (notably Eleonore Duplay, with her political connection to Buonarroti). It would be worthwhile to find the correspondence Babeuf had with the widow Chaumette to understand if it was political or simply about helping a widow of a man executed without being rehabilitated (especially since Babeuf seemed close to Chaumette, calling him his friend).

Babeuf supported the full participation of women in political clubs. Gracchus said of women: "The advice you give us on the role that women can play is sensible and judicious; we will take advantage of it. We know the influence this interesting sex can have, who, like us, cannot endure the yoke of tyranny and who are no less courageous when it comes to breaking it." Therefore, he approved of women's full participation in the conspiracy.

Babeuf's wife, Marie-Anne, was politically instrumental to him. Very involved in the press, in subscription numbers, and in efforts to have him freed, she was much more than just a political partner. In their correspondence, beyond the tender and affectionate words Gracchus sent her, showing a deep love, he also shared his political opinions and treated her as an equal. He listened to her advice when she told him to be clever during his imprisonment in Year III. She seemed very intelligent and managed clandestine communications under the guise of being a mother (she took good care of her children). This shows she was a trusted figure within the Babouvist circle, capable of deceiving the police and demonstrating initiative and intelligence, as Jean-Marc Schiappa noted.

Gracchus said his wife was as virtuous and republican as he was. She played an important role in the Babouvist conspiracy. When the police arrested her and placed her in the Petite-Force prison for three weeks, hoping she would abandon her husband and reveal his whereabouts, she refused to abandon him and showed a character that would exasperate the policeman Lamoignière, as seen here: Link to the post. Upon his death, Gracchus even left her certain documents. It is highly likely that, even after Gracchus’s death, Marie-Anne never abandoned her militant activities, given her resilient character and the fact she was targeted twice by the Napoleonic police (she was also a victim of a police procedure in Year VII, according to Jean-Marc Schiappa). There was certainly an equality dimension in their relationship.

Jean-Marc Schiappa also states that initially, Emile Babeuf was not supposed to be Gracchus's "main political heir," but rather their first child, Catherine-Adélaïde-Sophie, born in 1783 and died in 1797 from a scalding water accident. She was the object of much paternal affection and political ambition (in the sense of activism and revolutionary spirit). After her death, Emile, the second eldest of the Babeuf children, became the political heir. This again highlights how much Gracchus valued the importance of women in political affairs.

Gracchus was also a firm believer in egalitarian politics. When Darthé and Debon proposed dictatorship (likely in the Roman sense), as the head of the Conspiracy, he rejected it. He was also against slavery, stating: "It is large property that creates oppressors and the oppressed; the vain idlers and the slaves bent, crushed under the weight of excessive labor. It is this that, in the colonies, gives the negroes on our plantations more lashes than pieces of bread." He was also very tolerant, saying about Jews: "It is high time to abandon the fanatical prejudices that for so long made this peaceful people the unfortunate victims of all sectarian persecutions."

He knew how to form alliances with left-wing political factions, such as when he created links with Robert Lindet, Jean-Paul Marat and his family (Simone Evrard, and especially Albertine Marat), the Enragés (Gracchus was a friend of Varlet), and the prominent Hébertists (Chaumette, Joseph Bodson, Rossignol, Clémence, Marchand, Jean Nicolas Pache). He also maintained political ties until the end of his life with the Robespierrists (Didier, the Duplay family, and especially Buonarroti, his lifelong friend whom he held in high regard since 1789).

I have the impression that Gracchus, despite not being forgiving, could spare criticism for someone if they were truly working for the Republic. The proof being that, until the end, he refused to lump Carnot, one of the architects of the repression against the Babouvists, in the same category as Barras, Cochon, and others (Gracchus criticized Carnot but not as harshly). You can see that here: Link to the post. Of course, it’s possible that Gracchus had some recognition from Carnot for protecting some of his friends, including Felix Le Peletier: Link to the post.

Gracchus was also a man who adored his children. He never recovered from the loss of his two daughters. He felt immense tenderness for his children, a great affection for them, and considered them partners, but he also didn’t hesitate to reprimand them when they acted on their own. Sometimes he would wake up in tears in prison, imagining that his son Emile had fallen ill. When he was placed in an iron cage with other prisoners of the Conspiracy to be transported to Vendôme, Gracchus told his wife and children that he was well-treated. However, Buonarroti claimed they were subjected to harsh treatment by the chief of the gendarmes escorting them. If Babeuf lied, it shows how much he wanted to protect his loved ones. Even in prison, Babeuf continued to focus on his son Emile’s education. The parents even considered having Emile join his father in prison, but they abandoned the idea. They continued to correspond, and Gracchus saw his wife and sons when they were on a neighboring hill. According to Charles Germain and Buonarroti, his last words were for his children.

#frev #french revolution #babeuf #felix lepeletier #jean-paul marat #napoleon #joseph fouché #women's history

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weeklydrarryficrecs · 1 year ago

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Star Quality by who_la_hoop

Summary:

Two years after the war, and Harry’s content with his life. OK, so it’s a little annoying that he keeps winning Witch Weekly’s Most Eligible Bachelor award, and he’s really not looking forward to the unveiling of an enormous gold statue of himself, but he loves his friends, and he loves being an Auror. And if he yearns for something more, something he can barely bring himself to think about, well, he’ll probably get over it. No one’s happy all the time, are they? But then everything changes, and Harry’s thrown into a new and dazzling world he’s not sure he can actually escape from. And as time goes on, he starts to wonder: does he actually want to? Rating: Explicit Word Count: 118,607 Link to Fic: https://archiveofourown.org/works/17175614/chapters/40383773

My Thoughts: This is the first Drarry fic I (re)read this year, and it gave 2024 a joyful start! Who_la_hoop's characterization of Draco, simmering with desire and desperation, and Harry, struggling to figure out his life, is one of my favorites, and I was delighted by each chapter. This fic is also nice and lengthy, perfect for a long weekend. Artwork: Ah!... les comètes..., ça annonce toujours quelques grands malheurs!..., from Actualités, published in Le Charivari, October 30, 1858 by Honoré Daumier

#drarry #drarry fic rec #hpmd #drarry fanfic #weeklydrarryficrecs #A personal note about the blog: I'm back!!! The end of last year brought a lot of personal changes #but I hope to be back with weekly Drarry recs!#musician Draco #Muggle AU #alternative universe #auror harry #week 1 #2024

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courjetsetting · 8 months ago

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Today, I must attend to a matter of grave importance, as I'm sure you can tell by my dandy outfit!! I am headed to another significant Parisian cemetery- wittingly, this time- le Cimetière du Père Lachaise!

The first grave on my pilgrimage is that of Georges Méliès! Renowned cinéaste at the origin of film, his silent movies are an experimental delight!!

Here, we have the grave of Georges Bizet! His music is still widely used and referenced today, with his most notable work being the opera Carmen~ "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle..."

This is where the esteemed french writer, Honoré de Balzac, now rests! I am sure it would wound my university professors to know that I cannot recall a single significant detail regarding his works!

Here is another author, most famous for the memories he evoked from the taste of a madeleine!! It took me some effort to find this grave, à la recherche du mort perdu!

At last, this is the grave I came specifically to visit!! Readers may have noticed the flower pinned to my lapel; it matches the green carnation I also left here in tribute! This blossom symbolizes Oscar Wilde, as well as being a coded allusion towards his sexuality. His presence has been a recurring motif throughout this trip (often with serendipity)! I am endlessly grateful for these opportunities, rendering my authorial idol in a more complete and complex image.

Taken as a whole, it's a rather ostentatious grave (even among all the other elaborate, status-flaunting tombs)!! Although, as Wilde himself once said, "There is only one thing in life worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about." I suppose it applies in death, as well!

I enjoyed the following article, to lend context to the artistic intentions that motivated this design. (Nota bene: Although not a graphic article, it may also not be appropriate for one's place of employment, or NAfoPoE)- https://www.faena.com/aleph/defiant-and-proud-even-in-death-the-curious-story-of-oscar-wildes-tomb#:~:text=Under%20instruction%20from%20Robert%20Ross,figure's%20whereabouts%20have%20been%20unknown.

This is the grave of superb Romantic composer, Frédéric Chopin! While he garners much adoration for his nocturnes, my favorite piece is his Prelude in E minor!!

Le Cimetière du Père Lachaise was created in the 19th century, but to build its renown, important people from prior eras were moved here! That is how Molière, a dramaturge who passed in the 17th century, came to be interred within these walls!

Following a similar path through the cemetery, one comes across another transplanted burial- Héloïse and Abélard, who both passed in the 12th century! These two figures, both esteemed intellectual individuals, are an especially famous romantic couple!! The extant correspondances between the lovers inspired later literary letters, such as Julie ou La Nouvelle Héloïse (Rousseau, 1761), and my favorite, Les Liaisons dangereuses (Cholderlos de Laclos, 1782)!! (June 25)

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mystacoceti · 9 months ago

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Perhaps a word or two about the business premises may be said said here. The printing-house had been established since the reign of Louis XIV. in the angle made by the Rue de Beaulieu and the Place de Murier; it had been devoted to its present purposes for long time past. The ground floor consisted of a single huge room lighted on the side next the street by an old-fashioned casement, and by a large sash window that gave upon the yard at the back. A passage at the side led to the private office; but in the provinces the processes of typography excite such a lively interest, that customers usually preferred to enter by way of the glass door in the street front, though they at once descended three steps, for the floor of the workshop lay below the level of the street. The gaping newcomer always failed to not the perils of the passage through the shop; and while staring at the sheets of paper strung in groves across the ceiling, ran against the rows of cases, or knocked his hat against the tie-bars that secure the presses in position. Or the customer's eyes would follow the agile movements of a compositor, picking out type from the hundred and fifty-two compartments of his case, reading his copy verifying the words in the composing-stick, and leading the lines, till a ream of damp paper weighted with heavy slabs, and set down in the middle of the gangway, tripped up the bemused spectator, or he caught his hip against the angle of a bench, to the huge delight of boys, "bears," and "monkeys." No wight had ever been known to reach the further end without accident. A couple of glass-windowed cages had been built out into the yard at the back; the foreman sat in state in the one, the master printer in the other. Out in the yard the walls were agreeably decorated by trellised vines, a tempting bit of color, considering the owner's reputations. On the one side of the space stood the kitchen, on the other the woodshed, and in a ramshackle penthouse against the hall at the back, the paper was trimmed and damped down. here, too, the forms, or, in ordinary language, the masses of set-up type, were washed. Inky streams issuing thence blended with the ooze from the kitchen sink, and found their way into the kennel in the street outside; till peasants coming into the town of a market day believed that the devil was taking a wash inside the establishment.

from Lost Illusions, Honoré de Balzac, tr. Ellen Marriage

#pearl diver

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battyaboutbooksreviews · 1 year ago

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💜 Books for Women's Day 2024 💜

🦇 Welcome to March, my beloved bookish bats. It's Women's History Month AND Women's Day! To celebrate, here are a few books that highlight powerful, courageous women -- both throughout history and across our favorite fictional realms. These women have contributed to our history, shaping contemporary society with bold, outspoken, badass moves. Let's celebrate and champion these voices by adding more female-focused stories to our TBRs!

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biboocat · 1 year ago

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Vladimir Nabokov’s Brutally Honest Opinions on 63 of the “Greatest” Writers to Ever Write (1973). I got this from a literature FB group; I can’t verify its authenticity. Even if the source is authentic, it seems to me a very subjective exercise, so take it in that spirit.

Auden, W. H. Not familiar with his poetry, but his translations contain deplorable blunders.

Austen, Jane. Great.

Balzac, Honoré de. Mediocre. Fakes realism with easy platitudes.

Barbusse, Henri. Second-rate. A tense-looking but really very loose type of writing.

Beckett, Samuel. Author of lovely novellas and wretched plays.

Bergson, Henri. A favorite between the ages of 20 and 40, and thereafter.

Borges, Jorge Luis. A favorite. How freely one breathes in his marvelous labyrinths! Lucidity of thought, purity of poetry. A man of infinite talent.

Brecht, Bertolt. A nonentity, means absolutely nothing to me.

Brooke, Rupert. A favorite between the ages of 20 and 40, but no longer.

Camus, Albert. Dislike him. Second-rate, ephemeral, puffed-up. A nonentity, means absolutely nothing to me. Awful.

Carroll, Lewis. Have always been fond of him. One would like to have filmed his picnics. The greatest children's story writer of all time.

Cervantes, Miguel de. Don Quixote. A cruel and crude old book.

Cheever, John. “The Country Husband.” A particular favorite. Satisfying coherence.

Chekhov, Anton. A favorite between the ages of 10 and 15, and thereafter. Talent, but not genius. Love him dearly, but cannot rationalize that feeling.

Chesterton, G. K. A favorite between the ages of 8 and 14. Essentially a writer for very young people. Romantic in the large sense.

Conan Doyle, Arthur. A favorite between the ages of 8 and 14, but no longer. Essentially a writer for very young people. Romantic in the large sense.

Conrad, Joseph. A favorite between the ages of 8 and 14. Essentially a writer for very young people. Certainly inferior to Hemingway and Wells. Intolerable souvenir-shop style, romanticist clichés. Nothing I would care to have written myself. In mentality and emotion, hopelessly juvenile. Romantic in the large sense. Slightly bogus.

Dostoevsky, Fyodor. Dislike him. A cheap sensationalist, clumsy and vulgar. A prophet, a claptrap journalist and a slapdash comedian. Some of his scenes are extraordinarily amusing. Nobody takes his reactionary journalism seriously.

Dreiser, Theodore. Dislike him. A formidable mediocrity.

Eliot, T. S. Not quite first-rate.

Emerson, Ralph Waldo. His poetry is delightful.

Faulkner, William. Dislike him. Writer of corncobby chronicles. To consider them masterpieces is an absurd delusion. A nonentity, means absolutely nothing to me.

Flaubert, Gustave. A favorite between the ages of 10 and 15, and thereafter. Read complete works between 14 and 15.

Forster, E. M. Only read one of his novels (possibly A Passage to India?) and disliked it.

Freud, Sigmund. A figure of fun. Loathe him. Vile deceit. Freudian interpretation of dreams is charlatanic, and satanic, nonsense.

García Lorca, Federico. Second-rate, ephemeral, puffed-up.

Gogol, Nikolai. Nobody takes his mystical didacticism seriously. At his worst, as in his Ukrainian stuff, he is a worthless writer; at his best, he is incomparable and inimitable. Loathe his moralistic slant, am depressed and puzzled by his inability to describe young women, deplore his obsession with religion.

Hawthorne, Nathaniel. A splendid writer.

Hemingway, Ernest. A writer of books for boys. Certainly better than Conrad. Has at least a voice of his own. Nothing I would care to have written myself. In mentality and emotion, hopelessly juvenile. Loathe his works about bells, balls, and bulls. The Killers. Delightful, highly artistic. Admirable. The Old Man and the Sea. Wonderful. The description of the iridescent fish and rhythmic urination is superb.

Housman, A. E. A favorite between the ages of 20 and 40, and thereafter.

James, Henry. Dislike him rather intensely, but now and then his wording causes a kind of electric tingle. Certainly not a genius.

Joyce, James. Great. A favorite between the ages of 20 and 40, and thereafter. Let people compare me to Joyce by all means, but my English is patball to Joyce's champion game. A genius.

I. Ulysses. A divine work of art. Greatest masterpiece of 20th century prose. Towers above the rest of Joyce's writing. Noble originality, unique lucidity of thought and style. Molly's monologue is the weakest chapter in the book. Love it for its lucidity and precision.

II. A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man. Never liked it. A feeble and garrulous book.

III. Finnegans Wake. A formless and dull mass of phony folklore, a cold pudding of a book. Conventional and drab, redeemed from utter insipidity only by infrequent snatches of heavenly intonations. Detest it. A cancerous growth of fancy word-tissue hardly redeems the dreadful joviality of the folklore and the easy, too easy, allegory. Indifferent to it, as to all regional literature written in dialect. A tragic failure and a frightful bore.

Kafka, Franz. The Metamorphosis. Second-greatest masterpiece of 20th century prose.

Kazantzakis, Nikos. Second-rate, ephemeral, puffed-up.

Keats, John. A favorite between the ages of 10 and 15, and thereafter.

Kipling, Rudyard. A favorite between the ages of 8 and 14. Essentially a writer for very young people. Romantic in the large sense.

Lawrence, D. H. Second-rate, ephemeral, puffed-up. Mediocre. Fakes realism with easy platitudes. Execrable.

Lowell, Robert. Not a good translator. A greater offender than Auden.

Mandelshtam, Osip. A wonderful poet, the greatest in Soviet Russia. His poems are admirable specimens of the human mind at its deepest and highest. Not as good as Blok. His tragic fate makes his poetry seem greater than it actually is.

Mann, Thomas. Dislike him. Second-rate, ephemeral, puffed-up.

Maupassant, Guy de. Certainly not a genius.

Maugham, W. Somerset. Mediocre. Fakes realism with easy platitudes. Certainly not a genius.

Melville, Herman. Love him. One would like to have filmed him at breakfast, feeding a sardine to his cat.

Marx, Karl. Loathe him.

Milton, John. A genius.

Pasternak, Boris. An excellent poet, but a poor novelist. Doctor Zhivago. Detest it. Melodramatic and vilely written. To consider it a masterpiece is an absurd delusion. Pro-Bolshevist, historically false. A sorry thing, clumsy, trivial, melodramatic, with stock situations and trite coincidences.

Pirandello, Luigi. Never cared for him.

Plato. Not particularly fond of him.

Poe, Edgar Allan. A favorite between the ages of 10 and 15, but no longer. One would like to have filmed his wedding.

Pound, Ezra. Definitely second-rate. A total fake. A venerable fraud.

Proust, Marcel. A favorite between the ages of 20 and 40, and thereafter. In Search of Lost Time. The first half is the fourth-greatest masterpiece of 20th-century prose.

Pushkin, Alexander. A favorite between the ages of 20 and 40, and thereafter. A genius.

Rimbaud, Arthur. A favorite between the ages of 10 and 15, and thereafter.

Robbe-Grillet, Alain. Great. A favorite. How freely one breathes in his marvelous labyrinths! Lucidity of thought, purity of poetry. Magnificently poetical and original.

Salinger, J. D. By far one of the finest artists in recent years.

Sartre, Jean-Paul. Even more awful than Camus.

Shakespeare, William. Read complete works between 14 and 15. One would like to have filmed him in the role of the King's Ghost. His verbal poetic texture is the greatest the world has ever known, and immensely superior to the structure of his plays as plays. It is the metaphor that is the thing, not the play. A genius.

Sterne, Laurence. Love him.

Tolstoy, Leo. A favorite between the ages of 10 and 15, and thereafter. Read complete works between 14 and 15. Nobody takes his utilitarian moralism seriously. A genius.

I. Anna Karenina. Incomparable prose artistry. The supreme masterpiece of 19th-century literature.

II. The Death of Ivan Ilyich. A close second to Anna Karenina.

III. War and Peace. A little too long. A rollicking historical novel written for the general reader, specifically for the young. Artistically unsatisfying. Cumbersome messages, didactic interludes, artificial coincidences. Uncritical of its historical sources.

Turgenev, Ivan. Talent, but not genius.

Updike, John. By far one of the finest artists in recent years. Like so many of his stories that it is difficult to choose one.

Wells, H. G. A favorite between the ages of 10 and 15, and thereafter. A great artist, my favorite writer when I was a boy. His sociological cogitations can be safely ignored, but his romances and fantasies are superb. A far greater artist than Conrad. A writer for whom I have the deepest admiration.

Wilde, Oscar. Rank moralist and didacticist. A favorite between the ages of 8 and 14. Essentially a writer for very young people. Romantic in the large sense.

Wolfe, Thomas. Second-rate, ephemeral, puffed-up.

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Cupid Sacrificing His Wings for the Delight of the First Kiss

Style of Jean-Honoré Fragonard (French, 1732-1806)

DATE: 18th century

MEDIUM: Bistre over graphite, with overdrawing in black chalk, bordered in bistre on white laid paper

#art #sketch #drawing #french art #18th century art #Jean-Honoré Fragonard

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Final Boss: Grillby, Muffet, and Monster Kid (Info Dump)

Ardere - Final Boss Grillby

Personality: He is a force to be reckoned with disguised behind the mask of a very lovely and kind fire bartender. A calm and tranquil person who delivers exceptional customer service and is highly charismatic. He is a very charismatic person and never hesitates to protect his loved ones. He takes special care of his diner and bar. He enjoys mixing and making beverages. He enjoys jokes and puns and is a little flirty. He is usually calm and quiet, yet he pays close attention because he knows his customers. He tries to be peaceful and quiet, and he enjoys helping others whenever possible. He misses Aspera.

Appearance: He is a fire monster, he has a scar on his eye.

Honoré - Final Boss Muffet

Personality: She is a bit greedy, but she is only trying to make sure that the spiders get the shelter and food they need. She is very good at working and is very cautious with her business practices. She is pure charisma and delightfulness. She is a talented and careful baker. She is a very popular bakery owner. She is Ardere's business rival and doesn't mind it at all. She resolved to settle their rivalry by opening a cafe and bakery across the street. She's self-assured and enjoys serving Honey tea when people stop by. Mocha enjoys preparing goodies. She also has a friendly rivalry with Caramel, who occasionally works at her cafe.

Appearance: She is a spider monster. She has a scar on her left eyes.

Emery - Final Boss Monster Kid

Personality: They're nice, energetic, and kind. They play and hop around and are quite happy. They enjoy assisting others and are particularly fond of Lowen. They look up to Valda and want to be like her. They're a good kid, yet they're very rebellious. They are a warm and courteous individual. They are generally kind and considerate of others. They look up to the captain of the Royal Guard and the Royal Scientist. They wish they could be stronger and aid more people. They are a model trainee who works really hard. They work hard to help and study magic. They're also pretty daring. Their voice and passion of music develops.

Appearance: They are a lizard monster with no arms.

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Henry ‘Chips’ Channon: The Diaries (vol. 1), 1918-38, entry for Friday, 10th May 1918

Yesterday I lunched at the Inter-Allies Club, which I have joined. The house, lent by the baron Henri de Rothschild,¹ is delightful, and is one of the great Faubourg Saint-Honoré hôtels with a large garden overlooking avenue Gabriel. The Rothschilds have received much kudos for this act of generosity, for recently opinions have varied as to whether they have been sufficiently patriotic; true they have founded hospitals etc, but there is a suspicion they care more for humanity than for France and are really indifferent, like many of the great international families, who wins the war. They must profit in either case. The club was full of generals, and Briand² was at a nearby table. Had tea at the Brissacs’³ to meet the Italian Ambassador, the Conte Bonin Langare,⁴ a good-natured fattish man like an ancient Doge of Venice. The Ambassadress is chic, her arm circled many times by heavy gold bangles that are supposed to be service stripes given her by a Hebraic admirer. She has that unpleasing Italian intonation when she speaks French … she is very much loved in Paris. Her embassy is THE embassy. We had a long talk and she admitted she got a great deal from her carrière,⁵ that she enjoys her trade in [fact] …. In the small hours I walked home through sleeping Paris and looked at the dark, sinister river that has seen so much of the folly of mankind, with the lights reflected in it and the canal boats floating by. In the distance in the moonlight was Notre Dame, ever the inscrutable mother of this mad city. The river becomes a silver ribbon by night and serves as a beacon for the Boche aeroplanes. To camouflage it is beyond the power of even the War Office!

Henri de Rothschild (1872-1947) was the scion of the banking family, and also a well-known French playwright.

Aristide Briand (1862-1932) was eleven times Prime Minister during the Third Republic, and in 1926 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. When Channon saw him he was between his sixth and seventh administrations.

Anne Marie Timoléon François de Cossé Brissac (1868-1944), duc de Brissac, married in 1911 his second wife, Eugénie Joséphine ‘Marguerite’ de Beaurepaire de Louvagny (1874-1936). The duchesse was to become Channon’s closest friend and confidante in Paris.

Conte Lelio Bonin Longare (1859-1933), Ambassador of the Kingdom of Italy to France 1917-21.

Career.

#*#channon diaries #chips channon #henri de rothschild #aristide briand #françois de brissac #marguerite de brissac #lelio bonin longare

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end-of-year book ask - answers

How many books did you read this year? - I'm currently on my 16th or 17th, which I will most likely finish by the end of the year.

Did you reread anything? What? - I did reread a couple of old books from my childhood. There was this collection of satirical short stories ("Cucumber Fairy") that I was highly attached to when I was a kid, which I randomly remembered one day and thought about searching for it online. I found it in an online used bookstore, but my copy was missing a bunch of pages towards the end (not ripped off or anything, it was just a misprint I guess?) so I don't really feel like I got the closure I was seeking 😭 I also reread this other book of short stories ("The Green Envelope") that I was attached to in college... also bought from a used bookstore. I could have sworn I'd never finished it, but the final few stories still felt familiar. Another unfinished book I revisited and finished this year was "Treasure Island". I got this book as a gift from my English teacher when I graduated from high school, I started reading it that same summer, but then I started college and abandoned it :( my bf found an old copy on a free book shelf at uni and brought it to me, so I started reading it since I had just finished reading another book. The translation was absolutely delicious, it was incredibly stimulating to re-translate (or de-translate?) it in my head, and overall it was a real delight.

What were your top five books of the year? - My number one book this year might be a novel called "The Survivors". It was very well-built and quite moving, I didn't expect it to be so devastatingly beautiful. Number two: "Beloved" - this was my second ever Toni Morrison book, and it made me buy every other book of hers I could find in the online used bookstore. Number 3: "Treasure Island"; number 4: "Journey Into Freedom" - the book that made me find out Thomas Mann had a gay son. Book number 5: perhaps "Your Inner Fish", it was the second non-fiction book I read this year and it was quite impressive to me, as someone with a pretty basic knowledge of biology, but a huge interest in it.

Did you discover any new authors that you love this year? - Some authors I intend to revisit through other books of theirs are: Honoré de Balzac, and Klaus Mann.

What genre did you read the most of? - Probably comedy/humor/satire. I mean I mostly read fiction, but I read an unexpectedly high number of satirical books, not even on purpose.

Was there anything you meant to read, but never got to? - I have A LOT of books waiting for me to read them. They're all on a waiting list. I literally can't ever decide what to read because there are too many on my shelf (and in my screenshots, in my notes app, on Goodreads, etc.) so wheelofnames picks a title for me and I read it. All of them get a turn eventually.

What was your average Goodreads rating? Does it seem accurate? - I only really started using Goodreads this year because a work friend asked me for it, and tbh I give pretty good ratings on average. I don't usually rate books I didn't enjoy very much. Maybe that's dishonest of me, but I had to manually add every book I could think of that I've ever read, and it was a bit difficult to wade through years of layered nostalgia and find my true feelings towards each book. So I just didn't add ratings for all of them.

Did you meet any of your reading goals? Which ones? - I never have reading goals, to be honest in the past couple of years my only reading goal has been "read". This year my thirst for reading has skyrocketed so I'm proud of how much I've exceeded this simple goal lol

Did you get into any new genres? - "Your Inner Fish" has opened up my heart to non-fiction, or science/biology related books. I've been doing some research 👀 on that online used bookstore, but I've decided to hold off buying any more books until I read some more of the ones I already have and/or donate the ones I've finished reading - at least some of them. My interest towards adventure books has also been awakened thanks to "Treasure Island", but for now I'm sticking to whatever my book shelf and wheelofnames throw at me.

What was your favorite new release of the year? - I don't usually read books as they get released, nor do I follow book releases. I just read whatever I find and whatever finds me, mostly old books. But the latest released book I read this year was this book about white magic (that's its title too) that my friend let me keep after he moved apartments a few years ago. It honestly was quite underwhelming and not at all informative to me, but it was a good mental exercise for reading non-fiction.

What was your favorite book that has been out for a while, but you just now read? - The oldest book I read this year was Honoré de Balzac's "History of the Thirteen", from 1833. Pretty strange format and to be honest I didn't really understand what exactly was the history and who are the thirteen, but - and I might have said this before - Balzac writes too beautifully for me to ever be let down, so I just went with it.

Any books that disappointed you? - There's yet another collection of satirical short stories - no, I don't know how I read so much satirical fiction. It was called "Walking on foot" - I know that expression is technically incorrect in English but that's roughly how the title is translated. I was just unable to find any humor in it, it sort of felt like not even the author believed that what he wrote was funny; overall it had a pretty miserable vibe. It was by far the hardest book to finish.

What were your least favorite books of the year? - Other than the one I mentioned above, I'll have to add "The Bastard of Istanbul" - too cliché, but not uninteresting; and also "Cucumber Fairy" - I've already talked about it, but it was a bit disappointing to not receive the closure I expected, and also my expectations were clouded by nostalgia, so the book was actually not as fascinating or creative as I remembered it. Not a bad read either. I'm actually pretty happy with all the books I read this year. All of them had something to keep me attached to them until the end.

What books do you want to finish before the year is over? - Right now I'm reading - hold on to your hats fellas - a satirical adventure novel (I can't translate its title because it makes no sense as it is 💀 I guess a close approximation would be "Waltzing Dames"). It's not exceptionally fascinating, but it's written in this rich, almost archaic vocabulary (I wouldn't say 'archaic' is the best term, but I've had to look up a lot of words which are rarely used because they're super specific or very old, which I kind of adore in a book) that makes it engaging and satisfying to me personally. It's charming enough and pretty fitting for my last book of 2024.

Did you read any books that were nominated for or won awards this year (Booker, Women’s Prize, National Book Award, Pulitzer, Hugo, etc.)? What did you think of them? - I have no idea and honestly it would be too time-consuming to look up every title and its awards, especially seeing as I don't really care about that aspect. If I had to guess, maybe Agatha Christie, Neil Shubin, Honoré de Balzac, Toni Morrison, maybe even Elif Shafak, Louis Robert Stevenson might have received nominations and/or awards for their books? They for sure received a standing ovation from me in my bedroom.

What is the most over-hyped book you read this year? - I don't think I read any over-hyped books, if anything many of them are under-hyped.

Did any books surprise you with how good they were? - I knew Balzac was a pillar of the classics, but I did not expect his writing to be that fire. I also enjoyed "Treasure Island" more than I thought I would.

How many books did you buy? - Only 22, all second hand. I did not read most of them, but I read some. My boyfriend also brought me a lot of used books from uni.

Did you use your library? - Like the local public library? I can't access it because I need proof of residence for a permit, and since I'm a tenant I can't use my ID. There's too much bureaucracy required to even make a permit, so I rely on free book shelves (the one at uni where you can also leave your own used books for other people to take) and used bookstores mostly online.

What was your most anticipated release? Did it meet your expectations? - I don't follow releases, however I'd been wanting to read "Beloved" for a long time, and this year I finally got to.

Did you participate in or watch any booklr, booktube, or book twitter drama? - Drama?? 💀 I JUST started enjoying reading again, engaging in tomfoolery that would only take away time and energy I could spend reading, or even worse, the PLEASURE I just regained from reading would be too stupid of me. Generally speaking I don't really care about these spaces anyway, I prefer reading on my own terms, and eventually putting my thoughts on certain books here on this blog, if I have any, just for myself.

What’s the longest book you read? - "History of the Thirteen", almost 500 pages iirc.

What’s the fastest time it took you to read a book? - Ah, no idea. Probably a couple days for this Polish mystery book as thick as my index finger.

Did you DNF anything? Why? - No, I made it my mission this year to stick with every book assigned to me by wheelofnames, ever since I got the idea to use it to decide what to read, and read it in its entirety, and I did. I'm proud of myself for that, and will keep it up. Maybe the short story collection I didn't FINISH-finish because of the printing mistake could count here, but it wasn't my intention to abandon it.

What reading goals do you have for next year? - Absolutely none, just keep it up like I did this year with my good friend wheelofnames and I'll be beyond happy.

#i didn't write the names of some authors because they're from my country and i don't really wanna put that info on here lol

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abwwia · 4 months ago

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Marta Pan, sculptural thought

From April to the end of September 2022, Maison Liaigre is delighted to present an exhibition of works by the Hungarian-born French artist Marta Pan, in our glass-domed studio at 77 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.

Courtesy: Galerie Mitterrand, Paris | Text: David Caméo

#marta pan #sculptor #sculpture #ballet #art by women #art #dance herstory

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Indulge in Sweetness: The Best Pastry Shops in Paris You Must Visit

Paris, often referred to as the culinary capital of the world, is a haven for food lovers, and when it comes to pastries, the city truly shines. The art of pastry-making has been perfected in this vibrant metropolis, with shops offering everything from flaky croissants to exquisite macarons. If you’re looking to indulge in the sweetest delights Paris has to offer, here are some of the best Paris pastry shops that you absolutely must visit.

1. Pierre Hermé

No list of pastry shops in Paris would be complete without mentioning Pierre Hermé. Known as the “Picasso of Pastry,” Hermé has earned international acclaim for his innovative flavors and artistic designs. His signature macarons, especially the salted caramel and rose-flavored varieties, are simply divine. The shop's elegant ambiance complements the exceptional quality of the pastries. A visit to Pierre Hermé is not just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes.

2. Ladurée

Another iconic name in the world of Parisian pastries is Ladurée. Established in 1862, this historic patisserie is famous for popularizing the macaron. With its charming décor and elegant tea rooms, Ladurée provides a quintessential Parisian experience. The pastel-colored macarons are a must-try, but don’t overlook their pastries such as the delectable Saint-Honoré and delicate pastries that are beautifully crafted. Enjoying a cup of tea alongside your treats in one of their beautiful salons is an experience you won’t forget.

3. Du Pain et des Idées

Located in the 10th arrondissement, Du Pain et des Idées is a bakery that is well worth the visit for its exceptional pastries and artisanal bread. The owner, Christophe Vasseur, has created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Their signature “Pain des Amis,” a rustic loaf, is a highlight, but the real stars here are the pastries. The pistachio-raspberry escargot, a spiraled pastry filled with almond cream, is a must-try. Each bite is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, leaving you craving more.

4. Carette

Carette has been serving delightful pastries and elegant sweets since 1927. With locations near the Trocadéro and Place des Vosges, this patisserie is a perfect stop for those exploring the city. Their chocolate éclairs and fruit tarts are exceptional, and the hot chocolate is famous for its richness. Enjoying a pastry on the terrace while overlooking the Parisian streets is an experience that captures the essence of the city.

5. Maison Pichard

Tucked away in the 15th arrondissement, Maison Pichard is a hidden gem that locals adore. The shop has been awarded the title of “Meilleure Boulangerie de France” (Best Bakery in France) and is known for its stunning pastries. The caramelized apple tart and the Paris-Brest—a choux pastry filled with hazelnut cream—are must-tries. The friendly staff and inviting atmosphere make it a delightful place to enjoy your sweet treats.

6. La Pâtisserie des Rêves

La Pâtisserie des Rêves is a modern pastry shop that combines traditional French pastry-making with innovative designs. Founded by chef Philippe Conticini, this shop reinterprets classic pastries in a contemporary way. Their signature creation, the “Paris-Brest,” is a standout with its creamy filling and exquisite presentation. The shop’s elegant decor and thoughtful packaging also add to the experience, making each pastry feel like a work of art.

7. L'Éclair de Génie

For those who adore éclairs, L'Éclair de Génie is a must-visit. This specialty shop is dedicated to elevating the humble éclair into a gourmet experience. With flavors ranging from classic chocolate to exotic creations like passion fruit and yuzu, there’s something for everyone. The éclairs are not only delicious but also visually stunning, making them perfect for Instagram-worthy moments. A visit to this shop is a delightful adventure in taste and creativity.

8. Pain de Sucre

Located in the charming Marais district, Pain de Sucre is renowned for its exquisite pastries and stylish presentation. The shop offers a wide range of pastries, but their fruit tarts are particularly noteworthy. Each tart is crafted with the freshest seasonal fruits, making them a perfect choice for warm days. The vibrant colors and delicate flavors make Pain de Sucre a delightful stop for anyone seeking a sweet treat.

9. Sébastien Gaudard

Sébastien Gaudard's pastry shop, situated in the heart of Paris, embodies the essence of traditional French pastry-making. The vintage decor and nostalgic ambiance transport visitors to a different era. The selection includes classic pastries like mille-feuille and tartes aux fruits, all made with high-quality ingredients. Gaudard’s passion for pastry is evident in every bite, and the authenticity of the shop makes it a true Parisian experience.

10. Le Grenier à Pain

With multiple locations across Paris, Le Grenier à Pain is known for its artisanal approach to baking. This patisserie has garnered accolades for its exceptional croissants and pastries. The “Meilleur Croissant de Paris” award is a testament to their commitment to quality. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic pain au chocolat or a fruit-filled pastry, Le Grenier à Pain delivers delightful options that will satisfy your cravings.

Conclusion

Exploring the best Paris pastry shops is an essential part of experiencing the city’s rich culinary culture. From classic macarons to innovative éclairs, Paris offers a diverse range of pastries that cater to every palate. Each shop not only provides delicious treats but also captures the essence of Parisian life, making your visit a memorable one. So, whether you're a local or a tourist, make sure to indulge in the sweetness of these delightful pastry shops.

For more information on the best pastry shops in Paris, visit https://thepastrychefaround.com/10-best-patisseries-in-paris and discover the sweet side of the city.

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“And so,” said Blondet, “our ‘perfect lady’ lives between English hypocrisy and the delightful frankness of the eighteenth century — a bastard system, symptomatic of an age in which nothing that grows up is at all like the thing that has vanished, in which transition leads nowhere, everything is a matter of degree; all the great figures shrink into the background, and distinction is purely personal."

Honoré de Balzac, Another Study of Woman

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About Jean Fillioux Cognac – Liquor Wine Cave

Founded in 1880 by Honoré Fillioux, the company is now run by his great-grandson Pascal J. Fillioux. The vineyards lie in the heart of the Grande Champagne in the 'golden triangle': Verrières, Angeac-Champagne and Juillac-le-Coq. It is well known, this area yields the most delicate and finest Cognacs, and requires long oak barrel ageing to achieve maturity: the ageing is the key. Nothing will be done without Pascal's full control, from wines to labels and from soil to the bottle. It's a one-man-show. The men in the Fillioux dynasty have each borne a great love to their region and their soil. They have, from generation to generation, been blessed with an exceptional 'nose': that one, unique, talent that sets apart those who love greatness and those who are actually able to create it. The House of Jean Fillioux belongs to a select group of traditional family estates who have successfully defended their upper-quality niche over several decades by producing consistently authentic Cognacs that rest on century-old traditions, patience and love to become the masterpieces true connoisseurs appreciate.

Jean Fillioux COQ

Light and pleasantly fresh young Grande Champagne Cognac, with floral notes, vine blossom, lime tree, then some fruity notes, citrus peel. To enjoy at any time of the day, perfect for some cocktails and for cooking.

Jean Fillioux Cep d’or

A mature Eau-de-Vie with a fiery but balanced colour. « Very lively Cognac with a vivacious aroma of raisins, bananas, grapes, nuts, anise, caraway ; increasing fruit on the palate ( ripe melons, nuts) – an altogether delightful experience ». The Cognac guide, Axel and Bibiana Behrendt.

Jean Fillioux tres vieux XO

« Very full, noble Cognac of a classic cut with an appetizing aroma of orange marmalade, pears, quince, bananas, citrus, sandalwood and old port. Powerful aftertaste with overtones of tropical fruits (maracuja, mango) ». The Cognac guide, Axel and Bibiana Behrendt. « Lingering on the palate and finely complex, this Cognac is your perfect end-of-evening companion to offer your friends. A pure Fillioux-family product, it combines elegance and strength without pretentiousness ». Patrice Franck, Sommelier President of the South-West of France, Editor in Chief of the Revue du Sommelier (Wine Waiter’s review).

Jean Fillioux 1992

Harvested and distilled in 1992, this cognac was matured in French brand new loose grain oak casks, in a cool damp cellar. At the first sight, a very pretty luminous golden amber color. Appetizing flavors on the nose with notes of butterscotch, vanilla, ripe peach and candied orange. Rich and powerful on the palate, notes of caramelized orange and Mexican vanilla (currants, cocoa). Very mature cognac offering an amazing so long finish with aromas of peppery spices and licorice coming through.

Jean Fillioux 1994

A recently released Vintage, in the quality tradition of this boutique cognac house. Pure Grande Couture! . With his roots firmly planted in the pure, time-honoured tradition of his ancestors, a man content in the shadows and a conjuror of magical aromas, Pascal will be happy to welcome you into his cellars where you can discover and share his Collection Privée.

Jean Fillioux Cigar Club

An Eau-de-Vie of character, with its surprising myriad bouquets. Cigar Club is an invitation to feel and scent the utterly honeyed finesse of its vanilla, almond and cigar-box fragrances. Savor its powerful, unctuous flavour and discover its subtly mingled aromas of confit prune, cinnamon and black chocolate. A deep, lingering Eau-de-Vie. A perfect match for your favored Havana Cigar. « Committed to the nobility of its origin and to process which involves no manipulations, the House of Jean Fillioux presents an Eau-de-Vie which is supple in character, fruity, elegant but sufficiently full-bodied and lingering, the only one in its Cognac & Cigar category worthy of a grand Puro. Bravo ! La Revue du Vin de France ( French Wine Review).

Jean Fillioux reserve familliale

The purest noblesse and distinction of a Grande Champagne. So fine, so elegant so complex, so rich, this wonderful cognac is quite lively in spite of its very old ageing, creamy and appetizing, offering some notes of dried and jammy fruit, with the finest rancio aromas, leather, cigar box fragrances, toasted chocolate, liquorice and toffee. Very long finish with notes of honeyed and peppery spices coming through. It’s a travel in the infinite world of the aromas. A great cognac to meditate. Exceptional.

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