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How is de Staël's literary legacy viewed today?

  • Her analytical and historical writings are more remembered than her novels and plays

  • Her novels and plays are the pinnacle of French literature

  • She is considered a minor figure in French literature

  • Her works are largely forgotten

Answer

De Staël is primarily remembered for her analytical and historical writings rather than her novels and plays. Her nonfiction works, particularly those on politics, literature, and social issues, have had a lasting influence and are still regarded as valuable contributions to their respective fields.
Enlightenment and Romance: The Life and Works of Germaine de Staël

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