The question is “ ˜La modernité, c’est le transitoire, le fugitif, le contingent, la moitié de l’art, dont l’autre moitié est l’éternel et l’immuable.’ (BAUDELAIRE) Discuss Baudelaire’s understanding of ˜modernity’ and how he puts it into practice with reference to at least five poems from Les Fleurs du mal. Looking for the best essay writer? Click below to have a customized paper written as per your requirements.