Authors: Anonymous

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Le français tel que le parlent nos tirailleurs sénégalais" by Anonymous is an instructional publication written during the early 20th century. The book serves as a linguistic guide that aims to teach the French language as used by the Senegalese soldiers, also known as tirailleurs, through the simplification of French syntax and vocabulary to faci...

Authors: Louvet de Couvray, Jean-Baptiste, 1760-1797

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Les amours du chevalier de Faublas, tome 1/5" by Jean-Baptiste Louvet de Couvray is a novel written in the late 18th century. The story revolves around the titular character, the charming and somewhat frivolous Chevalier de Faublas, as he navigates the complexities of love and desire in the decadence leading up to the French Revolution. This work,...

Authors: Sterne, Laurence, 1713-1768

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Oeuvres complètes, tome 4" by Laurence Sterne is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. This volume contains the fourth part of "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy," which captures the whimsical and philosophical musings of the titular character. The narrative takes readers on a journey filled with humorous reflections on life, de...

Authors: Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Jean-Christophe, Volume 2" by Romain Rolland is a novel written in the early 20th century. It continues the story of the protagonist, Christophe, who grapples with the complexities of life, art, and self-identity amidst societal norms and expectations. The narrative explores his struggles with music and creativity, as he seeks deeper truths beyond...

Authors: Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Jean-Christophe Volume 1" by Romain Rolland is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and inner journey of its protagonist, Jean-Christophe Krafft, who navigates the complexities of family, societal expectations, and personal aspirations against the backdrop of a musical heritage. The narrative delves deeply into emo...

Authors: Sterne, Laurence, 1713-1768

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Oeuvres complètes, tome 3" by Laurence Sterne is a literary work, likely a novel, written in the early 19th century. This edition contains the third part of the remarkable narrative "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy," which engages with themes of identity, family, and the nature of storytelling through a humorous and digressive approach. T...

Authors: Sterne, Laurence, 1713-1768

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Œuvres complètes, tome 2" by Laurence Sterne is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book continues with the second part of "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy," exploring themes of familial relationships, identity, and the absurdity of life through humorous and satirical narrative. It features the eccentric narrator Tristram Shand...

Authors: Gerbault, Alain, 1893-1941

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Seul, à travers l'Atlantique" by Alain Gerbault is an adventurous memoir written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the author's daring solo journey across the Atlantic Ocean on his small yacht, the Firecrest, as he recounts the challenges of sailing, battling storms, and reflecting on his love for the sea and adventure. The openi...

Authors: Grellet-Dumazeau, André, -1909

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"L'affaire du bonnet et les Mémoires de Saint-Simon" by André Grellet-Dumazeau is a historical work written in the early 20th century. The book explores a peculiar incident revolving around etiquette and protocols of the French nobility in the 17th century, particularly the heated debates over whether the Premier Président of the Parliament should ...