La muse au cabaret (French edition) by Raoul Ponchon

Attention, rarity! La Muse au cabaret by Raoul Ponchon is like a precious old bottle that is uncorked after being left to rest for years on the shelves of sensual and bacchic poetry. This collection, part of the "Les Cahiers rouges" series published by Grasset, is a true immersion into the atmosphere of Parisian cafés and the bohemian lifestyle of the early century.

The pages of this work exude a unique humor, tinged with derision and a light melancholy. Raoul Ponchon depicts with a sharp pen the picturesque Parisian life, where a few proud sobs overflow from a full heart.

The titles of the poems flow naturally, as they are so evocative: "Five o'clock absinthe", "The Pope must eat alone", "Australian Burgundy!", "The Flood of 1910", "The Invalid with a Hangover"… Each one is an invitation to get lost in the meanders of bohemian thought, where sensuality and bacchanalia are celebrated.

This collection, composed of around one hundred and twenty fine poems, sometimes bawdy, is a true feast for the mind. It will delight the "palate of Thought" and intoxicate with happiness all those who venture into it. Far from being a simple read, La Muse au cabaret is an experience to be savored immoderately.

For lovers of poetry and French literature, this book is a must-read. Its style, both light and profound, will transport you to a bygone Paris, whose soul remains timeless.

Whether you are a collector or simply curious, La Muse au cabaret deserves a place of honor in your library. Do not miss the opportunity to discover or rediscover this masterpiece by Raoul Ponchon, an author who captured the very essence of Parisian life through his verses.

Technical Information:

• EAN13: 9782246205739
• ISBN: 978-2-246-20573-9
• Publisher: Grasset
• Publication Date: 11/11/1998
• Series: Les Cahiers rouges
• Number of Pages: 336
• Dimensions: 19 x 12 cm
• Weight: 290 g
• Language: French