Authors: Radcliffe, Ann Ward, 1764-1823

In Pioneer History

By Carol Gonzalez

"La forêt, ou l'abbaye de Saint-Clair" by Ann Ward Radcliffe is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story opens with the plight of Pierre de La Motte, a man on the run from his creditors, and his wife, Madame La Motte, as they embark on a journey into the unknown, while the young and beautiful Adeline, caught in circumstances beyond her ...

Authors: Féval, Paul, 1817-1887

In Frontier Stories

By Carol Gonzalez

"La fabrique de mariages, Vol. 5" by Paul Féval is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative unfolds in a Parisian milieu filled with intrigue and societal norms, centering on Césarine de Mersanz, a young girl caught in the turmoil of familial relationships and expectations. The book explores themes of love, jealousy, and the harsh rea...

Authors: Anonymous

In Cowboy Tales

By Carol Gonzalez

"Les adevineaux amoureux" by Anonymous is a collection of chivalric dialogues written during the late medieval period. This work presents a series of playful and often witty exchanges on themes of love, desire, and courtship between a lady and a knight. The book captures the intricate dance of flirtation and moral considerations in relationships, m...

Authors: Rosny, J.-H., aîné, 1856-1940

In Pioneer History

By Carol Gonzalez

"La Mort de la Terre" by J.-H. Rosny Aîné is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century. This work presents a bleak vision of a future where humanity struggles for survival in a dying world, exploring themes of ecological decline and the fate of civilization. The narrative centers around Targ, a member of the last remnants of humanit...

Authors: Virmaître, Charles, 1835-1903

In Western Fiction

By Carol Gonzalez

"Dictionnaire d'argot fin-de-siècle" by Charles Virmaître is a lexicon compiled during the late 19th century. This comprehensive dictionary explores the language of argot, a form of slang commonly used among the lower classes, criminals, and the bohemian culture of Paris at that time. The work aims to document the vibrant and often esoteric vocabul...

Authors: Féval, Paul, 1817-1887

In Cowboy Tales

By Carol Gonzalez

"La fabrique de mariages, Vol. 4" by Paul Féval is a fictional work written in the mid-19th century." This novel delves into the intricate and often murky world of marriage arrangements and social entanglements in Parisian society. Central to the story are characters like the baron du Tresnoy and the enigmatic marquise de Sainte-Croix, whose lives ...

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In Frontier Stories

By Carol Gonzalez

"The Book of the Homeless" by Edith Wharton et al. is a collection of prose and poetry written during the early 20th century. This work is published as a humanitarian project to support refugees, particularly focusing on the plight of those from Belgium during World War I. The anthology features contributions from various notable writers and artist...

Authors: Maupassant, Guy de, 1850-1893

In Western Fiction

By Carol Gonzalez

"Œuvres complètes de Guy de Maupassant - volume 14" by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This volume includes various tales that predominantly explore themes of human emotion and morality, often with a twist of irony or a shocking revelation. The book presents a vivid portrayal of life during that ...

Authors: Valéry, Paul, 1871-1945

In Pioneer History

By Carol Gonzalez

"Introduction à la méthode de Léonard de Vinci" by Paul Valéry is an intellectual treatise written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the methodology and thought processes of the Renaissance genius Leonardo da Vinci, exploring themes of artistic creation, knowledge, and human understanding. Valéry reflects on the complexities of unders...