""The Life of Ernest Renan"" is a biography written by Madame James Darmesteter about the French philosopher, historian, and writer Ernest Renan. The book provides a comprehensive account of Renan's life, from his childhood in Brittany to his rise as a prominent figure in French intellectual circles. It explores his early education and his intellectual development, including his studies in theology and his eventual rejection of Catholicism. The book also delves into Renan's career as a professor of Semitic languages and his groundbreaking research on the history of religion, as well as his controversial views on nationalism and his involvement in the Dreyfus Affair. Through extensive research and analysis, Madame James Darmesteter provides a detailed portrait of Renan's life and work, shedding light on his contributions to French intellectual and cultural history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.