Authors: Faucher de Saint-Maurice, 1844-1897

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By Abil Kile

"Les îles: Promenades dans le golfe Saint-Laurent" by Faucher de Saint-Maurice is a travel narrative likely written during the late 19th century. This work explores the captivating natural landscapes and unique lives of the people living along the Saint Lawrence Gulf, particularly focusing on islands such as l'Île aux Oeufs and Anticosti, providing...

Authors: Grotius, Hugo, 1583-1645

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"Traité du Pouvoir du Magistrat Politique sur les choses sacrées" by Hugo Grotius is a philosophical and political treatise written in the mid-17th century. This work explores the relationship between political authority and sacred matters, discussing the extent of the sovereign's power in matters of religion and morality. Grotius articulates the i...

Authors: Rodenbach, Georges, 1855-1898

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"Bruges-la-morte" by Georges Rodenbach is a novel written in the late 19th century, specifically during the fin de siècle period. The book explores themes of love, loss, and the interplay between memory and place, with the city of Bruges itself serving as a character that influences the melancholy of the protagonist, Hugues Viane. The story follows...

Authors: La Rochefoucauld, François duc de, 1613-1680

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By Abil Kile

"Réflexions ou sentences et maximes morales" by François duc de La Rochefoucauld is a collection of moral reflections and maxims written in the mid-17th century. This work delves into the complexities of human character, highlighting the often duplicitous nature of virtues and vices. The author offers keen insights into the motivations behind human...

Authors: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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"Hamlet" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy written in the late 16th century. The play follows Prince Hamlet of Denmark as he navigates themes of revenge, madness, and moral corruption after the death of his father, the king, and the hasty marriage of his mother, Gertrude, to his uncle, Claudius. As Hamlet grapples with his grief and suspicion, th...

Authors: Ségur, Sophie, comtesse de, 1799-1874

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"Les vacances" by Comtesse de Sophie Ségur is a children's novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around a group of children, primarily featuring Camille, Madeleine, Sophie, Léon, Jean, and Jacques, who are enjoying their vacation at the chateau de Fleurville. The narrative captures their adventures, relationships, and the variou...

Authors: Ségur, Sophie, comtesse de, 1799-1874

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"Les malheurs de Sophie" by comtesse de Sophie Ségur is a children's novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the mischievous and curious young girl, Sophie, whose various adventures and misadventures highlight her struggles with obedience, consequences of her actions, and lessons learned through whimsical yet relatable expe...

Authors: Ségur, Sophie, comtesse de, 1799-1874

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"Les petites filles modèles" by Comtesse de Sophie Ségur is a children's novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the lives of two sisters, Camille and Madeleine, alongside their new friend Marguerite, as they navigate childhood adventures, moral lessons, and the value of kindness and charity. Through their interactions with...

Authors: Collins, Wilkie, 1824-1889

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"L'Hôtel hanté" by Wilkie Collins is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Doctor Wybrow, a famous London physician, who encounters a mysterious woman that raises questions about her mental state and a strange sense of foreboding that seems to surround her. This intriguing premise sets the stage for a blend of suspense...