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La Russie en 1839, Volume I by marquis de Astolphe Custine
Authors: Custine, Astolphe, marquis de, 1790-1857
By Abil Kile
"La Russie en 1839, Volume I" by marquis de Astolphe Custine is a travelogue and social commentary written in the early 19th century. The work serves as an insightful examination of Russia during a time of significant political and social change, reflecting the author's personal observations about Russian society, culture, and governance. Through v...
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Venus et Adonis by William Shakespeare
Authors: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
By Abil Kile
"Venus et Adonis" by William Shakespeare is a narrative poem written during the late 16th century. The poem is an exploration of love and desire through the mythological figures of Venus, the goddess of love, and Adonis, a beautiful young man who is indifferent to love. The work focuses on themes of unrequited love, beauty, and the inevitability of...
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Mémoires d'Outre-Tombe, Tome 4 by vicomte de François-René Chateaubriand
Authors: Chateaubriand, François-René, vicomte de, 1768-1848
By Abil Kile
"Mémoires d'Outre-Tombe, Tome 4" by vicomte de François-René Chateaubriand is a historical memoir written in the early 19th century. This work provides a personal account of significant events during the tumultuous period of the Napoleonic Wars and the subsequent restoration of the monarchy in France, reflecting on the socio-political landscape of ...
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Le Tour du Monde; Scandinavie by Various
Authors: Various
By Abil Kile
"Le Tour du Monde; Scandinavie" by Various is a travel account written in the mid-19th century. This work is part of a larger journal that explores various regions and cultures, specifically focusing on the Scandinavian area. The text likely reflects the experiences of the author, Paul Riant, as he embarks on a journey through Norway, detailing the...
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Le Japon en 1866 by comte de Charles Montblanc
Authors: Montblanc, Charles, comte de, 1833-1894
By Abil Kile
"Le Japon en 1866" by comte de Charles Montblanc is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book examines Japan's intricate relationship with Western nations during a period of significant political and cultural transformation. It emphasizes the vital importance of Japan's position as a point of interest for Europe, particularly r...
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Robert Burns. Vol. 1, La Vie by Auguste Angellier
Authors: Angellier, Auguste, 1847-1911
By Abil Kile
"Robert Burns: La Vie" by Auguste Angellier is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life of the iconic Scottish poet Robert Burns, detailing his rise from humble beginnings to literary fame while delving into the emotional complexities and struggles he faced throughout his life. Angellier aims to illuminate...
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Cités et ruines américaines: Mitla, Palenqué, Izamal, Chichen-Itza, Uxmal
Authors: Viollet-le-Duc, Eugène-Emmanuel, 1814-1879
By Abil Kile
"Cités et ruines américaines: Mitla, Palenqué, Izamal, Chichen-Itza, Uxmal" by Désiré Charnay is a photographic and historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work is dedicated to the study and documentation of ancient American civilizations, focusing particularly on significant ruins and architectural marvels across Mexico. Accompanie...
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Aventures extraordinaires d'un savant russe; IV. Le désert sidéral by Le Faure et al.
Authors: Graffigny, H. de (Henry), 1863-1934
By Abil Kile
"Aventures extraordinaires d'un savant russe; IV. Le désert sidéral" by G. Le Faure et H. de Graffigny is a science fiction narrative written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the character of Mickhaïl Ossipoff, a passionate and ambitious Russian scientist whose obsession with astronomical discovery leads him to commit a reckless a...
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Lourdes by Émile Zola
Authors: Zola, Émile, 1840-1902
By Abil Kile
"Lourdes" by Émile Zola is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a group of pilgrims, particularly focusing on Marie de Guersaint, a young woman who is gravely ill and embarks on a pilgrimage to the miraculous site of Lourdes in search of healing. Through the journey, the narrative delves into themes of suffering, fait...