Montaigne: The Inventor of the Essay Genre

This chapter provides a detailed background of Michel de Montaigne, including his upbringing, education, and career. It discusses how Montaigne retired from politics and decided to work on his estate and reflect upon life. The chapter also introduces Montaigne's decision to write his thoughts down, which ultimately became the project of his essays.

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