One of the earliest French students of German literature, born at Evreux on the 13th of March 1760; died in Paris on the 9th of November 1828. Among his earlier works are Nouveau Thèâtre Allemand (12 vols., 1782–85), a collection of German tales, and a translation of Shakespeare. After the revolution, he edited several newspapers, but his moderation and liberality rendered him obnoxious to the ruling party, and he was temporarily imprisoned. His speeches and writings also found disfavor with Napoleon. Among the few of his writings still current are his History of Modern Europe and The Spirit of Religions.
