Invitation to the Voyage

Charles Baudelaire's masterpiece is brought to life with mood-laden 19th century photographs in this wonderful new presentation of a classic. This elegantly illustrated book brings to life Charles Baudelaire's classic poem 'L'Invitation au Voyage'. Written in 18 as part of Baudelaire's famed Flowers of Evil, 'The Invitation to a Voyage' is a classic, especially remarkable for the brilliant phrasing, rhythm, and expressiveness of his lyrics. The poem's refrain of 'Luxe, Calme, et volupt?' has become almost a cliche. This wonderful new book, illustrated throughout with mood-laden 19th century photographs, presents Baudelaire's famous poem in a beautiful new package. 'L'Invitation au Voyage' is a passionate, wistful plea to a lover to embark with the author on a journey to a magical imagined landscape. Evocative vintage photographs, reproduced with superior quality, create the mood of Baudelaire's world, a world of intense religious mysticism and luxurious sensuality. Both the prose and poem versions of the poem are included here, and the original French text and English text appear side by side. With the sumptuous feel of an old album, this volume takes the reader on a voyage through the world of Baudelaire.