Authors: Leroux, Gaston, 1868-1927

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By Abil Kile

"Le parfum de la Dame en noir" by Gaston Leroux is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story continues the adventures of Joseph Rouletabille, a young reporter who has solved a famous murder case in a previous work, "The Mystery of the Yellow Room." In this sequel, Rouletabille faces new challenges and mysteries, centering around relation...

Authors: Bertrand, Joseph, 1822-1900

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By Abil Kile

"D'Alembert" by Joseph Bertrand is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the life and contributions of Jean d'Alembert, a prominent figure in the field of mathematics and philosophy during the Enlightenment. The text not only highlights his scientific achievements but also explores his personal struggles and re...

Authors: Beaumont, Gustave de, 1802-1866

In Herbal Studies

By Abil Kile

"Marie; ou, l'Esclavage aux Etats-Unis: Tableau de moeurs américaines" by Gustave de Beaumont is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book dives into themes of slavery, societal customs, and racial prejudices in America through a narrative framework that blends real observations with fictional characters. The protagonist appears to be a t...

Authors: Apollinaire, Guillaume, 1880-1918

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By Abil Kile

"Alcools" by Guillaume Apollinaire is a collection of avant-garde poems written during the early 20th century. This work embodies the spirit of modernity and the experimentation of the Symbolist and Surrealist movements, weaving themes of love, nostalgia, and existentialism throughout its verses. The collection features a diverse array of poems tha...

Authors: Chancel, A. de (Ausone), 1808-1878

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By Abil Kile

"Cham et Japhet, ou De l'émigration des nègres chez les blancs considérée comme…." by M. Ausone de Chancel is a complex and polemical treatise written in the mid-19th century. The work examines the themes of race, slavery, and colonization, arguing that the migration of Africans to the Americas was providentially designed to facilitate the moral an...

Authors: Equilbecq, François-Victor, 1872-1917

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By Abil Kile

"Essai sur la littérature merveilleuse des noirs, suivi de Contes indigènes" by F.V. Equilbecq is an ethnographic study combined with a collection of indigenous tales, written in the early 20th century. The work focuses primarily on the oral folklore of West Africa, exploring the themes, narratives, and cultural significance of the stories told by ...

Authors: Vilbort, J. (Joseph), 1829-1911

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By Abil Kile

"En Kabylie: Voyage d'une Parisienne au Djurjura" by J. Vilbort is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the journey of a Parisian woman, Madame Elvire, who embarks on an adventurous expedition into the Kabylie region of Algeria, amidst rising tensions and warnings of danger from friends in Algeria. The narrative in...

Authors: Guizot, François, 1787-1874

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By Abil Kile

"Mémoires pour servir à l'Histoire de mon temps (Tome 3)" by François Guizot is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work offers insights into Guizot's political life, specifically focusing on his tenure as Minister of Public Instruction from 1832 to 1837. It explores the complexities of educational reforms in France during a t...

Authors: Sand, George, 1804-1876

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By Abil Kile

"Francia; Un bienfait n'est jamais perdu" by George Sand is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of Paris during the tumultuous era following Napoleon's defeat, the story reveals the intricate dynamics of power, beauty, loyalty, and the human spirit amidst political upheaval. The narrative revolves around Diomède Mourz...