Giphantia by Charles-François Tiphaigne de La Roche
"Giphantia" by Charles-François Tiphaigne de La Roche is a philosophical narrative that resembles a fictional travelogue, likely written in the 18th century. The text explores the human condition through allegorical descriptions of various lands and their inhabitants, particularly focusing on the contrasts between civilization and nature. The main character embarks on a journey into a mythical land called Giphantia, guided by a benevolent supernatural being known as the Prefect, as they delveinto enchanting natural wonders and profound insights into humanity's flaws. The opening of "Giphantia" introduces the main character's strong desire for exploration, driven by a philosophical quest to understand humanity and its diverse cultures. Initially setting out from Guinea, the character faces adversity during a hurricane that challenges their resolve but ultimately leads them to the serene and enchanting landscapes of Giphantia. Here, amidst an idyllic nature untouched by the corruptions of civilization, the protagonist encounters the Prefect, who reveals profound truths about the natural world and the human experience. Through discussions of love, societal constructs, and the innate imperfections of humanity, the story sets the stage for an exploration of deeper philosophical themes that permeate the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tiphaigne de La Roche, Charles-François, 1722-1774 |
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| Title | Giphantia Or a View of What Has Passed, What Is Now Passing, and, During the Present Century, What Will Pass, in the World. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giphantie |
| Credits | Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Utopias -- Fiction |
| Subject | French fiction -- 18th century |
| Subject | Voyages, Imaginary -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60058 |
| Release Date | Aug 4, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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