Authors: Dautremer, Joseph, 1860-1946

In Cozy Mystery

By Brandon Smith

"L'Empire Japonais et sa vie économique" by Joseph Dautremer is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the geographic characteristics, climate, and economic evolution of Japan, particularly following the significant transformations it underwent after establishing contact with Western nations in the mid-19th centur...

Authors: Maeterlinck, Maurice, 1862-1949

In Light Crime

By Brandon Smith

"Le Grand Secret" by Maurice Maeterlinck is a philosophical treatise on the nature of occultism and the ancient wisdom underlying various religious traditions, written in the early 20th century. The text aims to distill the vast and often convoluted teachings of occult knowledge, drawing from multiple cultures and time periods to present a more acc...

Authors: Aicard, Jean, 1848-1921

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By Brandon Smith

"Le Témoin: 1914-1916" by Jean Aicard is a poetic work written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in the context of World War I, exploring themes of suffering, hope, and the human condition amidst the backdrop of war. The opening portion sets the tone with contemplative reflections on life, love, and mortality, conveyed through the en...

Authors: Frapié, Léon, 1863-1949

In Wholesome Suspense

By Brandon Smith

"Les Obsédés" by Léon Frapié is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Ferdinand Prestal, a budding writer employed at a railway company, and his relationship with his wife Marthe, who plays a significant role in his literary ambitions. The narrative explores themes of ambition, domestic life, and the struggles of the ...

Authors: La Brète, Jean de, 1854-1945

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By Brandon Smith

"Un Vaincu" by Jean de La Brète is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative, set against a backdrop of familial tensions and social expectations, centers around the lives of the Jeuffroy family, particularly focusing on the complex relationship between the wealthy but avaricious M. Jeuffroy, his daughter Suzanne, and her suitor M. Va...

Authors: Pax, Paulette, 1887-1942

In Village Crime

By Brandon Smith

"Journal d'une Comédienne Française sous la Terreur Bolchevik, 1917-1918" by Pax is a historical account documenting a French actress's experiences in Russia during the tumultuous period of the Bolshevik Revolution. Written in the early 20th century, the narrative is crafted from the personal journal of the author, providing a vivid portrayal of li...

Authors: Morel, Emile, 1873-1919

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By Brandon Smith

"Les Gueules Noires" by Émile Morel is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the lives of coal miners, particularly focusing on the character Désiré Bécu, highlighting the struggles, hardships, and social injustices faced by the working class in industrial society. Morel's poignant narrative touches on themes of poverty, a...

Authors: Lesueur, Daniel, 1860-1921

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By Brandon Smith

"Le Cœur chemine" by Daniel Lesueur is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative likely revolves around the complex emotional entanglements among the characters, particularly focusing on Nicole Hardibert, a young woman navigating the nuances of her relationships with two significant males, her husband Raoul and her childhood friend O...

Authors: Colette, 1873-1954

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By Brandon Smith

"La Fin de Chéri" by Colette is a novel written in the early 20th century. It revolves around the character Chéri, a young man caught in the social dynamics and complexities of post-war France, particularly focusing on his relationship with his wife, Edmée. The narrative explores themes of love, identity, and the discomfiture of returning to civili...