Author: RENAN, Ernst (1823-1892)
Title: Autograph Note Signed
Description: This French philosopher and historian's "Life of Jesus" (1863) was the first to treat Jesus strictly as a historical figure -- causing a controversy which delayed Renan's confirmation as professor of Hebrew at the College de France by seven years! ANS in French, 1p, 8" X 12", n.p. n.d. [ca. July 1887]. Near fine. At the lower left corner of an Autograph Letter Signed from one A. Roblaire from Louargat in northwest France to "Monsier l'Inspecteur d'Academie," Renan pens a brief 5-line note to his correspondent. Not translated. .

Keywords: AUTOGRAPH, AUTOGRAPHS Authors


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