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Han d'Islande by Victor Hugo
Authors: Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
By Abil Kile
"Han d'Islande" by Victor Hugo is a novel written in the early 19th century. The work explores themes of youth, love, and the complexities of human relationships, primarily focusing on the tumultuous emotions of its characters. The narrative seems to revolve around the intense feelings of a young man struggling to understand and articulate his pass...
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Les miens by Auguste Gilbert de Voisins
Authors: Gilbert de Voisins, Auguste, 1877-1939
By Abil Kile
"Les Miens" by Auguste Gilbert de Voisins is a narrative work written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the main character, Ottavio, who reflects on his childhood experiences, particularly focusing on the significant individuals and landscapes that shaped his life. It aims to evoke nostalgia and explore the themes of memory and af...
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Souvenirs de la Cour d'Assises by André Gide
Authors: Gide, André, 1869-1951
In Nasa History
By Abil Kile
"Souvenirs de la Cour d'Assises" by André Gide is a reflective account written in the early 20th century. This work presents an introspective exploration of the judicial system, emphasizing the complexities and contradictions within the justice process. The narrative centers around the experiences of the author as juror, detailing the various trial...
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La légende dorée by de Voragine Jacobus
Authors: Jacobus, de Voragine, 1229?-1298
In Nasa History
By Abil Kile
"La légende dorée" by Jacques de Voragine is a historical religious text written in the 13th century. This work is a collection of lives of saints, intended to not only inform but also inspire the faithful with tales of virtue, sacrifice, and divine intervention. Voragine, part of the Dominican order, provides a window into the piety of his time an...
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Réflexions pour les fermiers-généraux des messageries by Anonymous
Authors: Anonymous
By Abil Kile
"Réflexions pour les fermiers-généraux des messageries" by Anonymous is a historical document written during the late 18th century. This publication delves into the administration and contractual obligations of the Fermiers-Généraux responsible for the Mesageries, mainly addressing concerns regarding a potential termination of their lease by the ne...
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Considerations politiques sur les coups d'estat by Gabriel Naudé
Authors: Naudé, Gabriel, 1600-1653
By Abil Kile
"Considérations politiques sur les coups d'état" by Gabriel Naudé is a political treatise written in the late 17th century. The work delves into the gravity and complexities of coups d'état, examining their moral implications and the necessity of political pragmatism in governance. Through intricate reasoning and references, the author endeavors to...
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Le monde de la mer by Alfred Moquin-Tandon
Authors: Moquin-Tandon, Alfred, 1804-1863
By Abil Kile
"Le monde de la mer" by Alfred Moquin-Tandon is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work is a natural history of the ocean that aims to make maritime science accessible to the general reader, devoid of technical jargon and complex anatomy. It introduces the reader to the fascinating life within the sea, detailing the abun...
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L'inquiète adolescence by Louis Chadourne
Authors: Chadourne, Louis, 1890-1925
By Abil Kile
"L'inquiète adolescence" by Louis Chadourne is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the complex emotional landscape of adolescence through the eyes of Paul Demurs, a sensitive and introspective young boy navigating life at a strict boarding school. Themes of yearning, identity, and the painful transition to adulthood ar...
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Médée: tragédie by baron de Hilaire Bernard de Requeleyne Longepierre
Authors: Longepierre, Hilaire Bernard de Requeleyne, baron de, 1659-1721
By Abil Kile
"Médée: tragédie" by baron de Hilaire Bernard de Requeleyne Longepierre is a dramatic work written in the late 17th century. This tragedy reinterprets the well-known myth of Medea, a figure rooted in ancient Greek literature, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and vengeance. The play is defined by its emotional intensity and its focus on Medea's i...