Authors: Nabonne, Bernard, 1897-1951

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By Abil Kile

"Maïténa : roman" by Bernard Nabonne is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Maïténa Otéguy, a young woman grappling with the memory of her deceased husband, Virgile Prébosc, and her conflicting emotions as she navigates village life and the repercussions of tragedy and loss within a rural setting. The open...

Authors: Colette, 1873-1954

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By Abil Kile

"Sido; suivi de Les vrilles de la vigne" by Colette is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the author's mother, "Sido," exploring her character and the life they led in the French countryside, touching upon themes of nature, family dynamics, and the contrast between provincial and urban lif...

Authors: Bernanos, Georges, 1888-1948

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By Abil Kile

"Sous le soleil de Satan" by Georges Bernanos is a novel written in the early 20th century." The story explores the lives of its main character, Germaine Malorthy, and her family, navigating themes of societal expectations, love, and personal tragedy within the framework of provincial life in France. The opening sets the stage for Germaine's comple...

Authors: Wagner, Franz, 1675-1738

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By Abil Kile

"Lexicon Latinum: Universae Phraseologiae Corpus Congestum" by Franz Wagner is a scholarly reference work written in the late 19th century. This lexicon serves as a comprehensive collection of Latin phrases and syntactic constructions, aiming to aid students and scholars in mastering the subtleties of the Latin language. It seeks to encapsulate the...

Authors: Boylesve, René, 1867-1926

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By Abil Kile

"Feuilles tombées" by René Boylesve is a collection of intimate writings published during the early 20th century. The work reflects upon themes of memory, nostalgia, and the passage of time, capturing the author's personal musings and observations on beauty, love, and the transience of life. It presents a nuanced exploration of the human experience...

Authors: Bernard, Tristan, 1866-1947

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By Abil Kile

"L'affaire Larcier : roman" by Tristan Bernard is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around two military under-officers, Larcier and Ferrat, whose lives take a dramatic turn following a reckless gambling episode that leads Larcier into a precarious situation involving both financial loss and a grave accusation of murder. ...

Authors: Kuprin, A. I. (Aleksandr Ivanovich), 1870-1938

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By Abil Kile

"Le duel : roman" by A. I. Kuprin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on the lives of military officers during a time of training exercises, highlighting their camaraderie, interpersonal conflicts, and the complex dynamics of military life. Through the experiences and interactions of characters like Romachov and Bek-Agam...

Authors: Psichari, Ernest, 1883-1914

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By Abil Kile

"Terres de soleil et de sommeil" by Ernest Psichari is a narrative account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the author's reflections on his experiences and observations during his travels in Africa, particularly focusing on the cultures and landscapes he encounters. Central to the narrative is the author’s evolving relationship ...

Authors: Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1610

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By Abil Kile

"Edict du Roy, & Declaration sur les precedents Edicts de Pacification" by Henry IV is a historical document written in the late 16th century. This edict was published in Paris and aims to address the civil unrest and religious conflicts that plagued France during this period, particularly between Catholic and Reformed (Huguenot) factions. It outli...