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Correspondance de Chateaubriand avec la marquise de V... by Chateaubriand et al.

Authors: Vichet, Louisa Phillipa Rioufol d'Hautevill, Marquise de, 1779-1848

In Interior Design

By Abil Kile

"Correspondance de Chateaubriand avec la marquise de V..." by Chateaubriand et al. is a collection of letters written during the early 19th century. This epistolary work explores the intimate correspondence between the French writer François-René de Chateaubriand and the marquise, a woman of refined sensibility and intellect. The letters reveal the...

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Oeuvres de Champlain by Samuel de Champlain

Authors: Champlain, Samuel de, 1574-1635

In Home Improvement

By Abil Kile

"Oeuvres de Champlain" by Samuel de Champlain is a historical account published in the late 19th century. This work provides a comprehensive compilation of Champlain’s writings, focusing on his significant contributions to the early history and establishment of French Canada. The text serves as a primary historical source, offering insights into th...

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Le sergent Renaud: Aventures parisiennes by Pierre Sales

Authors: Sales, Pierre, 1856-1921

In Diy

By Abil Kile

"Le sergent Renaud: Aventures parisiennes" by Pierre Sales is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the life of Marie Renaud and her grandmother, who are depicted in a small but warm lodging where they work tirelessly on a baptism dress. It explores themes of love, betrayal, and familial bonds against the backdrop of Pa...

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Valentine by George Sand

Authors: Sand, George, 1804-1876

In Crafts

By Abil Kile

"Valentine" by George Sand is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set in the picturesque region of Berry and centers around the lives of several characters, including the titular Valentine, and her interactions with her cousin Athénaïs, their families, and local society. Through the lens of romantic entanglements and social dyna...

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Histoire de deux enfants d'ouvrier by Hendrik Conscience

Authors: Conscience, Hendrik, 1812-1883

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By Abil Kile

"Histoire de deux enfants d'ouvriers" by Hendrik Conscience is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the challenging lives of two children from working-class families, exploring themes such as social struggles, family dynamics, and the transformative power of education. The narrative establishes its focus on characters lik...

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La tombe de fer by Hendrik Conscience

Authors: Conscience, Hendrik, 1812-1883

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By Abil Kile

"La tombe de fer" by Hendrik Conscience is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a group of children, particularly focusing on two friends, Mieken and Janneken, who navigate themes of friendship, innocence, and mortality as they play near a cemetery. The narrative hints at deeper mysteries surrounding a specific tomb kn...

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Journal des Goncourt (Deuxième série, premier volume) by Goncourt and Goncourt

Authors: Goncourt, Jules de, 1830-1870

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By Abil Kile

"Journal des Goncourt (Deuxième série, premier volume)" by Goncourt and Goncourt is a literary journal written in the late 19th century. This volume chronicles the life of its authors during the tumultuous period of the Siege of Paris and the Paris Commune, providing a first-person account filled with reflections on grief, nostalgia, and the social...

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Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome VI. Lampes et candélabres by Tommaso Piroli

Authors: Piroli, Tommaso, 1752-1824

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By Abil Kile

"Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome VI. Lampes et candélabres" by Tommaso Piroli is a scholarly publication written in the early 19th century. This volume forms part of a series that explores the artistic and cultural relics of the ancient city of Herculaneum, particularly focusing on lamps and candelabras. The work provides insights into the various ty...

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Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome V. Bronzes by Tommaso Piroli

Authors: Piroli, Tommaso, 1752-1824

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By Abil Kile

"Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome V. Bronzes" by Tommaso Piroli is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This volume presents a detailed examination of bronze artifacts uncovered from the ancient city of Herculaneum, emphasizing their historical significance and artistic value. The work likely focuses on various statues and figur...