Authors: Jourde, François, 1846?-1893

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Les condamnés politiques en Nouvelle-Calédonie: Récit de deux évadés" by Paschal Grousset and Fr. Jourde is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the experiences of political prisoners who were deported to New Caledonia following the brutal suppression of the Paris Commune in 1871. It provides harrowing testimo...

Authors: Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Le jardinier d'amour" by Rabindranath Tagore is a collection of lyrical poems written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes of love, longing, and the beauty of nature, featuring various voices that express deep emotions related to love and personal connections. The poems unveil the subtle interplay between desire and loss, highlight...

Authors: Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Frankenstein, ou le Prométhée moderne Volume 3 (of 3)" by Shelley is a Gothic novel written in the early 19th century. The book explores themes of isolation, creation, and the consequences of ambition through the tragic story of Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates a sentient being. Its exploration of moral dilemmas surrounding creation an...

Authors: Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Frankenstein, ou le Prométhée moderne Volume 2" by Shelley is a novel written in the early 19th century. It continues the story of Victor Frankenstein and the consequences of creating a being that ultimately leads to tragedy and destruction. The narrative explores themes of ambition, responsibility, and the nature of humanity through the complex r...

Authors: Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Frankenstein, ou le Prométhée moderne Volume 1" by Shelley is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story explores profound themes of creation, ambition, and the consequences of tampering with nature, primarily focusing on the character of Victor Frankenstein, a scientist driven by an insatiable desire to conquer the secrets of life and d...

Authors: Mercier de Compiègne, Claude-François-Xavier, 1763-1800

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Éloge du pet" by Claude-François-Xavier Mercier de Compiègne is a satirical discourse written in the late 18th century. This unusual work humorously defends the act of farting, personified as a noble character, against societal disdain and hypocrisy, arguing for its acceptance in the context of human existence and liberty. Through a blend of philo...

Authors: Schwob, Marcel, 1867-1905

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Oeuvres de Marcel Schwob. Volume 1 of 2, Spicilège" by Marcel Schwob is a literary collection written in the early 20th century. The work presents a compendium of writings exploring the lives and ideas of various literary figures, such as François Villon and Robert-Louis Stevenson, as well as thematic reflections on love, art, and philosophy. This...

Authors: Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Werther" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a novel written in the late 18th century. The story centers around the poignant character of Werther, an artist who experiences an intense, unrequited love that leads him into the depths of despair and existential contemplation. This exploration of passion, emotional turmoil, and the struggles of individua...

Authors: Gauguin, Paul, 1848-1903

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Avant et Après" by Paul Gauguin is a reflective and somewhat philosophical work composed of letters written in the early 20th century. It appears to explore the complexities of art, life, and personal relationships through the lens of the author’s experiences and thoughts. Gauguin's narrative seems to blur the lines between autobiography and broad...