A Life of Art and Letters, is a biography of the French painter, Eugène Fromentin (1820-1876). It is a comprehensive look at Fromentin's life and work, from his childhood in La Rochelle to his death in Paris. Beaume examines Fromentin's artistic development, his travels in North Africa and the Middle East, and his relationships with other artists and writers. He also looks at Fromentin's writings, including his travel journals and his novel, Un été dans le Sahara. The book provides an in-depth look at Fromentin's life and work, and offers insight into the artist's creative process and his place in the history of French art.
By Georges Beaume · First published 1913 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 4 chapters