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Choderlos de Laclos

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Pierre Choderlos de Laclos was a French novelist and army officer, best known for his epistolary novel "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" (1782). This provocative work explores themes of seduction, manipulation, and the complexities of human relationships, set against the backdrop of the French aristocracy. Laclos's sharp social commentary and intricate characterizations have made the novel a classic of French literature, influencing countless adaptations in various media. Beyond his literary contributions, Laclos served in the military, which provided him with insights into the societal structures he critiqued in his writing. His work remains a significant part of the literary heritage of the 18th century.

Books by This Author

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Dangerous Connections, v. 1, 2, 3, 4 / A Series of Letters, selected from the Correspondence of a Private Circle; and Published for the Instruction of Society. cover Dangerous Connections, v. 1, 2, 3, 4 / A Series of Letters, selected from the Correspondence of a Private Circle; and Published for the Instruction of Society. Choderlos de Laclos Les liaisons dangereuses / Lettres recueillies dans une Société et publiées pour l'instruction de quelques autres cover Les liaisons dangereuses / Lettres recueillies dans une Société et publiées pour l'instruction de quelques autres Choderlos de Laclos Les liaisons dangereuses, volume 1 (of 2) / or, Letters collected in a private society and published for the instruction of others cover Les liaisons dangereuses, volume 1 (of 2) / or, Letters collected in a private society and published for the instruction of others Choderlos de Laclos Les liaisons dangereuses, volume 2 (of 2) / or, Letters collected in a private society and published for the instruction of others cover Les liaisons dangereuses, volume 2 (of 2) / or, Letters collected in a private society and published for the instruction of others Choderlos de Laclos