Authors: Derennes, Charles, 1882-1930

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By Brandon Smith

"Vie de Grillon" by Charles Derennes is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book seems to center around the life of Grillon, a cricket, exploring themes of existence and nature from the perspective of this small insect. The opening hints at a deeper philosophical inquiry into the nature of life and the relativity of existence. The beginn...

Authors: Lemonnier, Camille, 1844-1913

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By Brandon Smith

"La petite femme de la mer" by Camille Lemonnier is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a mysterious stranger at a seaside port who captures the attention of fishermen and patrons with the promise of showing an extraordinary secret. The narrative begins to unravel the curiosity and tension surrounding this enigmatic f...

Authors: Schultz, Jeanne, 1862-1910

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By Brandon Smith

"La neuvaine de Colette" by Jeanne Schultz is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a young woman named Colette d’Erlange, who grapples with her isolation and the constraints imposed by her life in a secluded manor. Her longing for connection and adventure is palpable as she faces the harshness of her surroundings and ...

Authors: Boulmier, Joseph, 1821-

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By Brandon Smith

"Estienne Dolet: Sa vie, ses œuvres, son martyre" by Joseph Boulmier is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book presents the life and legacy of Estienne Dolet, an influential figure during the intellectual Renaissance in 16th-century France, focusing particularly on his contributions as a humanist and printer, alongside the t...

Authors: Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880

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By Brandon Smith

"Bouvard et Pécuchet" by Gustave Flaubert is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work follows the lives of two clerks, Bouvard and Pécuchet, who, after coming into a modest inheritance, leave their mundane lives in Paris to pursue various studies and ambitions in a rural setting. The central theme of the book appears to critique the foll...

Authors: Jousselin, Fernand

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By Brandon Smith

"Un aventurier au XVIII siècle: Le chevalier d'Éon (1728-1810)" by Octave Homberg et al. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the fascinating and tumultuous life of the Chevalier d'Éon, a notable figure known for his elaborate adventures, military service, and complex identity during a period of significant c...

Authors: Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940

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By Brandon Smith

"Le Merveilleux voyage de Nils Holgersson à travers la Suède" by Selma Lagerlöf is a novel written in the early 20th century. This enchanting tale follows the journey of a young boy named Nils Holgersson, who transforms into a tomte and embarks on an adventure across Sweden riding on the back of a wild goose. The story intricately weaves elements o...

Authors: Sulayman al-Tajir, active 9th century

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By Brandon Smith

"Voyage du marchand arabe Sulaymân en Inde et en Chine rédigé en 851" by Sirafi et al. is a historical account likely written in the early medieval period. This work narrates the travels of the Arab merchant Sulaymân as he ventures through India and China, providing valuable insights into the cultures, economies, and geographic knowledge of the tim...

Authors: Arseven, Celâl Esad, 1876-1972

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By Brandon Smith

"Constantinople de Byzance à Stamboul" by Celâl Esad Arseven is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work aims to detail the rich history and architecture of Constantinople, exploring its evolution from Byzance to its later incarnation as Stamboul under Ottoman rule. It serves as both a comprehensive guide and a scholarly ref...