Authors: Bernard, Tristan, 1866-1947

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By Abil Kile

"Les moyens du bord : roman" by Tristan Bernard is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Marcel Langrevin, a young man who is struggling with conflicts at home and financial troubles stemming from his gambling habits. It explores themes of family dynamics, peer pressure, and the consequences of a reckless lifestyle. At...

Authors: Baumann, Emile, 1868-1942

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By Abil Kile

"Job le Prédestiné" by Émile Baumann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character Bernard Dieuzède and his family as they navigate the trials of poverty and misfortune after losing their wealth. The book explores themes of resilience, despair, and the complexities of familial relationships in the face of hard...

Authors: Pérochon, Ernest, 1885-1942

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By Abil Kile

"Les creux-de-maisons" by Ernest Pérochon is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story delves into the life of Séverin Pâtureau, a young man returning to his rural home after serving in the military. It explores themes of poverty, resilience, and the realities of peasant life in France, painting a vivid picture of the struggles and emoti...

Authors: Mille, Pierre, 1864-1941

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By Abil Kile

"Louise et Barnavaux" by Pierre Mille is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story opens with a group of colonial infantry soldiers, including the character Barnavaux, who are enjoying a night out after re-enlisting. The narrative explores themes of camaraderie, personal struggle, and the often harsh realities of colonial life, hinting a...

Authors: Mille, Pierre, 1864-1941

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By Abil Kile

"Barnavaux et quelques femmes" by Pierre Mille is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Marie-faite-en-Fer, a complex female character navigating life as a woman in colonial Africa, whose experiences intertwine with themes of duty, survival, and the harsh realities faced by women in oppressive environment...

Authors: Rouquette, Louis-Frédéric, 1884-1926

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By Abil Kile

"L'Ile d'Enfer" by Louis-Frédéric Rouquette is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the journey of the main character, Freddy, as he embarks on an adventurous voyage to Iceland, reflecting on his life, past experiences, and the longing for new horizons amid the'struggles of maritime life and adventure. Filled with vivid ...

Authors: Jammes, Francis, 1868-1938

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By Abil Kile

"Ma Fille Bernadette" by Francis Jammes is a poetic prose work written in the early 20th century. This book reflects on the themes of parenthood, spirituality, and the beauty of childhood through the lens of the author’s relationship with his daughter, Bernadette. Jammes employs a lyrical, almost reverential style to explore the profundities of sim...

Authors: Froissart, Jean, 1338?-1410?

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By Abil Kile

"Chroniques de J. Froissart, tome 10/13 : 1380-1382" by Gaston Raynaud is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This volume chronicles events in France and England during a tumultuous period between the reign of Charles VI and the military engagements in Flanders. The narrative is likely rich with detail, focusing on the politi...

Authors: Mille, Pierre, 1864-1941

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By Abil Kile

"Green Eyes" by Pierre Mille is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is a complex narrative centered around the character Abraham Plattner, who is embroiled in a series of murders. Plattner, a charismatic figure, faces trial and reveals dark, twisted truths about his past, manipulating perceptions of guilt and innocence in a world g...