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: Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Jean-Christophe Volume 3" by Romain Rolland is a novel written in the early 20th century. This installment chronicles the life of the Jeannin family, historically anchored in the French provinces, exploring themes of familial ties, societal expectations, and the impacts of personal tragedy. The central characters include the newly introduced Antoi...

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

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Les amours du chevalier de Faublas, tome 2/5" by Jean-Baptiste Louvet de Couvray is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. This installment continues the saga of Lovzinski and his beloved Lodoïska, delving into themes of love, bravery, and the tumultuous backdrop of war. The narrative weaves together action, romance, and the perilous...

Authors: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Olivier Twist: Les voleurs de Londres" by Charles Dickens is a novel written in the early 19th century." The story delves into the life of Oliver Twist, a young orphan navigating the harsh realities of a society marked by poverty and cruelty. It showcases his struggles against the systemic injustices in Victorian England, introducing readers to a ...

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In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Les louanges de la Folie" by Albergati, Du Thier, Landi, and Persio is a humorous treatise written in the late 16th century. This work takes the form of a paradoxical celebration of folly, presenting an unconventional argument for the benefits of folly in human life. The text suggests that folly is a source of joy and freedom, contrasting it with ...

Authors: Sterne, Laurence, 1713-1768

In Life Stories

By Amy Gutierrez

"Oeuvres complètes, tome 5" by Laurence Sterne is a collection of literary works written in the early 19th century. This volume includes "Le Voyage sentimental," which reflects Sterne's unique narrative style interwoven with humor and philosophical musings. The text focuses on the experiences of the main character, Yorick, as he journeys through Fr...

Authors: Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944

In Letters & Diaries

By Amy Gutierrez

"Jean-Christophe, Volume 4" by Romain Rolland is a novel written in the early 20th century. This installment of the multi-volume work centers around the journey of the main character, Christophe, an artist grappling with his identity, successes, and the social issues surrounding him. Set against the backdrop of evolving societal norms and revolutio...

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

In Human Experience

By Amy Gutierrez

"Les amours du chevalier de Faublas, tome 3/5" by Jean-Baptiste Louvet de Couvray is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work is a part of a larger series that explores the romantic exploits and adventures of its protagonist, the chevalier de Faublas. The story intertwines themes of love, honor, and the struggles faced by the main charac...

Authors: La Boétie, Estienne de, 1530-1563

In Memoir

By Amy Gutierrez

"Notice bio-bibliographique sur La Boëtie, suivie de La Servitude volontaire" by Dr. J. F. Payen is a biographical and literary work written in the mid-19th century. This publication focuses on Étienne de La Boëtie, highlighting his friendship with the philosopher Michel de Montaigne and the significance of his work, "La Servitude volontaire." The ...