Authors: Ponson du Terrail, 1829-1871

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"Le serment des hommes rouges: Aventures d'un enfant de Paris" by Ponson du Terrail is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Tony, who is adopted by a seamstress, Madame Toinon, in Paris during the 18th century. As the narrative unfolds, Tony finds himself entangled in the tumultuous lives ...

Authors: Toulet, Paul Jean, 1867-1920

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"Les tendres ménages" by Paul Jean Toulet is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complexities of marital relationships as it follows the lives of a young couple, M. de Mariolles and his wife Sylvère, against the backdrop of picturesque settings in the French Pyrenees and later in Biarritz. The narrative hints at themes ...

Authors: Féval, Paul, 1817-1887

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"La fabrique de crimes" by Paul Féval is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into a dark and grotesque world of crime, showcasing the chilling and absurd machinations of its characters, who seem to relish in the horrors of their actions. The narrative introduces several intriguing characters involved in nefarious plots, setting...

Authors: Pitray, Olga de, 1835-1920?

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"Voyages abracadabrants du gros Philéas" by Olga de Pitray is a humorous novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Philéas Saindoux, an amusingly naive and extravagant character, as he recounts his whimsical adventures and misadventures during his travels. The tone is light-hearted and filled with absurdity, reflecting the playful n...

Authors: Eekhoud, Georges, 1854-1927

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"Escal-Vigor" by Georges Eekhoud is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Henry de Kehlmark, the young lord of the Escal-Vigor estate, as he returns to his ancestral home on the island of Smaragdis, where he engages with the local populace and navigates complex relationships and societal tensions. The narrative promise...

Authors: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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"Beaucoup de Bruit pour Rien" by William Shakespeare is a comedy written in the early 17th century. The play explores themes of love, deception, and misunderstanding, revolving around a cast of characters including the witty Bénédick and the sharp-tongued Béatrice, who engage in a battle of wits while love blooms amidst their banter. The backdrop o...

Authors: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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"Jules César" by William Shakespeare is a historical tragedy written in the early 17th century. The play explores the themes of power, betrayal, and moral ambiguity as it revolves around the political conspiracy against Julius Caesar, primarily focusing on the character of Brutus, a senator torn between his loyalty to his friend and his love for Ro...

Authors: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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"La Comédie des Méprises" by William Shakespeare is a classic comedic play written in the late 16th century. The play centers around mistaken identities involving two sets of twins, the Antipholus brothers and their twin servants, Dromio, leading to humorous misunderstandings and chaotic situations. Blending elements of farce with a deeper explorat...

Authors: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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"Timon d'Athènes" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy written in the early 17th century. This play explores themes of friendship, generosity, and the consequences of betrayal, focusing on the character Timon, a wealthy Athenian nobleman who becomes a bitter misanthrope after being abandoned by his so-called friends in his time of need. The opening ...