Authors: Blanche, Jacques-Émile, 1861-1942

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Propos de peintre, première série: de David à Degas" by Jacques-Émile Blanche is a collection of art critiques and personal reflections written in the early 20th century. The work is structured around discussions of famous painters, including both their artistic trajectories and personal anecdotes involving their lives and interactions with the au...

Authors: Barrès, Maurice, 1862-1923

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"La colline inspirée" by Maurice Barrès is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around significant spiritual and nationalistic themes, particularly exploring the deep emotional connection between individuals and sacred places, with a particular focus on the hill of Sion-Vaudémont in Lorraine, France. The opening introduces r...

Authors: Haraucourt, Edmond, 1856-1941

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Dieudonat: Roman" by Edmond Haraucourt is a fiction novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book introduces the character of Dieudonat, a prince born under extraordinary circumstances, combining elements of fantasy and moral exploration as it sets the stage for his journey through power, humility, and the burdens of leadership. At the s...

Authors: Haraucourt, Edmond, 1856-1941

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Les naufragés" by Edmond Haraucourt is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of personal sacrifice, social class, and the struggles of a woman named Madame Hélène, who finds herself entangled in a loveless marriage and grappling with her faith. Hélène's experiences and internal turmoil form the crux of the narrative, ...

Authors: Kerviler, René Pocard du Cosquer de, 1842-1907

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"La Saintonge et l'Aunis à l'Académie Française" by René Pocard du Cosquer de Kerviler is a biographical and literary study written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life and works of Jean Ogier de Gombauld, a notable poet and member of the Académie Française, renowned for his contributions to literature during the 17th century. T...

Authors: Montesquiou-Fézensac, Robert, comte de, 1855-1921

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Autels privilégiés" by comte de Robert Montesquiou-Fézensac is a literary critique written in the late 19th century. The text serves as an exploration and homage to the works of the poetess Marceline Desbordes-Valmore, celebrating her contributions to literature and her enduring influence. The author reflects on the depth, sensitivity, and multifa...

Authors: Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Contes espagnols d'amour et de mort" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of love and death in various narratives set against the rich backdrop of Spanish culture, particularly in the Valencian countryside. The tales feature a variety of characters, including those ca...

Authors: Renouvier, J. (Jules), 1804-1860

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Jehan de Paris" by J. Renouvier is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the life and works of the lesser-known painter Jehan de Paris, who served under the reigns of Charles VIII and Louis XII of France. It likely delves into themes related to art history, the cultural context of the time, and the significance of...

Authors: Adam, Paul, 1862-1920

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"La glèbe" by Paul Adam is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, despair, and the struggles of agrarian life as experienced by its main character. Set against the backdrop of rural France, it delves into the emotional and social challenges faced by landowners and their relationships with women and their land. T...