Paul Bourget Collection

The New York Sunday herald. April 5th 1896. c1896. Creator: Charles Hubbard Wright
The New York Sunday herald. April 5th 1896. c1896

The New York Sunday herald. March 29th 1896. c1896. Creator: Charles Hubbard Wright
The New York Sunday herald. March 29th 1896. c1896

The New York Sunday herald. Feb. 16th. c1896. Creator: Charles Hubbard Wright
The New York Sunday herald. Feb. 16th. c1896

The New York Sunday herald. Feb. 2 1896. c1896. Creator: Charles Hubbard Wright
The New York Sunday herald. Feb. 2 1896. c1896

Paul Bourget, of the French Academy (b / w photo)
5989102 Paul Bourget, of the French Academy (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Bourget, of the French Academy)

Paul Bourget in his Study (b / w photo)
5989097 Paul Bourget in his Study (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Bourget in his Study)

Paul Bourget, French novelist (litho)
5208276 Paul Bourget, French novelist (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Bourget (1852-1935), French novelist

Paul Bourget, Homme De Lettres, 1852 (b / w photo)
5201508 Paul Bourget, Homme De Lettres, 1852 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Bourget, Homme De Lettres, 1852)

Paul Bourget, Academie-Francaise (coloured photo)
975621 Paul Bourget, Academie-Francaise (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Bourget, Academie-Francaise)

Bourget (Paul), c1893. Artist: Eugene Pirou
Bourget (Paul), c1893. Paul Charles Joseph Bourget (1852-1935), French novelist and critic. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature five times. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Paul Bourget, French novelist and critic, 1928. A photograph from Album de Photographies dans L Intimite de Personnages Illustres, 1860-1925, 9th album, Editions MD, Paris

Paul Bourget, French novelist and critic, late 19th-early 20th century. Portrait of Bourget (1852-1935)

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

Paul Bourget was a French novelist and critic known for his psychological realism and exploration of moral dilemmas. Born in 1852, Bourget's works often delved into the complexities of human relationships and the inner workings of the mind. His writing style was characterized by its precise language and keen observations of society. Bourget's most famous novel, "Le Disciple," caused a scandal upon its release due to its controversial themes of religious skepticism and disillusionment with traditional values. Despite facing criticism from some quarters, Bourget continued to push boundaries with his thought-provoking literature. In addition to his fiction writing, Bourget also gained recognition as a literary critic, championing the works of fellow writers such as Gustave Flaubert and Emile Zola. His essays on art and literature were highly regarded for their insightful analysis and eloquent prose. Throughout his career, Paul Bourget remained dedicated to exploring the complexities of human nature through his writing. His legacy continues to inspire readers and scholars alike to delve deeper into the intricacies of morality, psychology, and society.