Authors: Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Simples Contes des Collines" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The tales are set against the backdrop of the British colonial community in India, specifically focusing on the lives and experiences of its characters, often highlighting the complexities of human relationships in this unique cultura...

Authors: Leroux, Gaston, 1868-1927

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Le Fantôme de l'Opéra" by Gaston Leroux is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the mysterious figure known as the Phantom who haunts the Palais Garnier opera house in Paris, intertwining horror, obsession, and romance, particularly focusing on the life of Christine Daaé, a talented young soprano, and the men who are...

Authors: Erauso, Catalina de, 1592?-1650?

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"La Nonne Alferez" by Catalina de Erauso is a historical narrative likely written in the late 19th century. This work recounts the true adventures of Doña Catalina de Erauso, a woman who disguised herself as a man and lived a life filled with remarkable exploits, including combat and exploration in the Americas. Her story is one of defiance against...

Authors: Delepierre, Octave, 1802-1879

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Histoire littéraire des Fous" by Octave Delepierre is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the relationship between madness and literary creation, delving into the lives of various authors who exhibited signs of insanity or madness, alongside an analysis of their works. Delepierre categorizes these individuals in...

Authors: Sulpitius Verulanus, Joannes, active 15th century

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Des bonnes moeurs et honnestes contenances que doit garder un jeune homme, tant à table qu'ailleurs, avec autres notables enseignemens" by Jean Sulpice de Saint Alban, also known as Verulan, is a guidebook written in the late 16th century. This work, originally composed in Latin and later translated into French verse by Pierre Broë, focuses on eti...

Authors: Le Braz, Anatole, 1859-1926

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Vieilles Histoires du Pays Breton" by Anatole Le Braz is a collection of Breton tales written in the late 19th century. The book presents a rich tapestry of folklore and legends from Brittany, immersing readers in the cultural and mystical elements that define this region. Through various characters, such as the enigmatic Charlézenn, the collectio...

Authors: D'Annunzio, Gabriele, 1863-1938

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Le Martyre de Saint Sébastien" by Gabriele D'Annunzio is a dramatic mystery composed in rhythmic French, likely written in the early 20th century. The work blends poetry and theatre, depicting the story of Saint Sébastien and his trials as a martyr. The piece embodies themes of faith, sacrifice, and the struggles between pagans and Christians, cen...

Authors: Dupré-Carra, Léon, 1843-1920

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Le trésor des équivoques, antistrophes, ou contrepéteries" by Léon Dupré-Carra is a unique work that combines elements of linguistic humor and study, likely written in the early 20th century. This book dives into the world of "contrepéteries"—a playful manipulation of language where letters or syllables are switched to create humorous and often ri...

Authors: Anonymous

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Le livre du faulcon" by Anonymous is a fictional narrative written during the late 15th to early 16th century. The book explores themes of love and relationships through the allegorical device of falconry, where characters represent different aspects of human emotions, such as jealousy and desire. The text serves as a reflection on the complexitie...