Le Livre Des Masques: Portraits Symbolistes

Le Livre Des Masques: Portraits Symbolistes is a collection of critical essays by Remy de Gourmont, written in the late 19th century. The work explores the Symbolism movement in literature, analyzing various symbolist writers and their philosophies while contrasting them with naturalism. Gourmont's essays delve into the complexities of literary evolution, emphasizing individualism and artistic freedom. His approach includes a philosophical preface and a mix of admiration and critique for the contributions of notable writers to the literary landscape of his time.