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OverviewWritten amid the intense theological disputes of seventeenth-century France, these letters confront the controversial practice of casuistry and the moral reasoning associated with the Jesuits. Framed as correspondence from a Parisian observer to a friend in the provinces, they dissect the ethical and doctrinal debates stirring religious and intellectual circles in the capital. With incisive logic and biting humor, Blaise Pascal exposes what he viewed as moral laxity, transforming complex theological argument into vivid, accessible prose. Emerging from the broader conflict between Jansenists and Jesuits, the work stands as a landmark in religious controversy and French literature alike. Its fusion of satire, rhetorical precision, and moral seriousness elevated French prose to new stylistic heights. Both a theological critique and a literary achievement, these letters remain a powerful tes Full Product DetailsAuthor: Blaise Pascal , Thomas M'CriePublisher: Left of Brain Books Imprint: Left of Brain Books Dimensions: Width: 13.30cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 20.30cm Weight: 0.363kg ISBN: 9781397670328ISBN 10: 1397670320 Pages: 258 Publication Date: 27 February 2026 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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