analysis of Prévert's paroles

French Essay – Paroles Q: Discuss Prévert’s ideas of childhood and youth with reference to poems from “Paroles”. Jacques Prévert was born on the 4th February 1900 in Neuilly-sur-Seine. Famous poet, scriptwriter and close friend of artists Picasso and Motand; he was a prominent figure of the post war cultural scene in Paris. Known for the phenomenal success of his collection of poems “Paroles” and his key role in the French surrealist movement; Pré…showed first 75 words of 969 total…

…showed last 75 words of 969 total…in the head of a child, but an older, more mature figure. The man of youth could indeed be either his memory of childhood or perhaps that little part of youth and vitality left inside of him. The fact that the mirror is described as being shattered – “brisé” gives the idea that it is shattered – like his youth, broken youth, he can no longer be carefree and happy like he was when he was younger.