Pensées d'un mercanti by Pierre Veber
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About this eBook
| Author | Veber, Pierre, 1869-1942 |
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| Title | Pensées d'un mercanti |
| Original Publication | France: Ferenczi,1924. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | René Galluvot (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) |
| Summary | "Pensées d'un mercanti" by Pierre Veber is a collection of insightful and often cynical reflections on the theatrical world written in the early 20th century. This work embodies the thoughts of an experienced and mysterious figure in the theatrical profession, referred to as "mercanti," who imparts his wisdom gleaned from years of navigating the complexities of the theater industry. The likely topic revolves around the intricacies of theater management, the interplay between art and commerce, and the often humorous realities faced by those in this business. The book is structured as a series of aphorisms and thoughts, reflecting the author's personal experiences and observations. Through vivid anecdotes and sharp commentary, the mercanti explores the struggles and triumphs of running theaters, dealing with actors, and managing public expectations. He discusses the sometimes thin line between mediocrity and success in entertainment, offering humorous musings on the nature of audiences, the role of publicity, and the tricky dynamics between creators and their works. Filled with irony and wit, these pensées serve as poignant reminders of the challenges in the theatrical landscape, blending a unique perspective on art, business, and human relationships in the world of theater. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Theater -- Quotations, maxims, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67283 |
| Release Date | Jan 30, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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