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Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse (1/9) by Marmont
Authors: Marmont, Auguste Frédéric Louis Viesse de, duc de Raguse, 1774-1852
By Abil Kile
"Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse" by Marmont is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This memoir narrates the life and military career of the author, who served under Napoleon during significant events that shaped France and Europe from the late 18th century through the early 19th century. The text explores Marmont's pe...
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Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 02 / 20) by Adolphe Thiers
Authors: Thiers, Adolphe, 1797-1877
By Abil Kile
"Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire" by Adolphe Thiers is a comprehensive historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the events surrounding the French Consulate and the subsequent rise of the Empire under Napoleon Bonaparte, capturing the political, military, and social aspects of the era. As the narrative unfolds, it...
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Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 01 / 20) by Adolphe Thiers
Authors: Thiers, Adolphe, 1797-1877
By Abil Kile
"Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire" by Adolphe Thiers is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work examines the transition from the French Revolutionary government to the rise of the Consulate under Napoleon Bonaparte, detailing the political maneuvers and the socio-economic state of France during this tumultuous period. Thie...
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Les Contemporains, 5ème Série by Jules Lemaître
Authors: Lemaître, Jules, 1853-1914
By Abil Kile
"Les Contemporains, 5ème Série" by Jules Lemaître is a collection of literary essays written in the late 19th century. This work delves into studies and portraits of notable contemporary writers of the time, including Guy de Maupassant and André Theuriet. It presents insightful reflections on their works, styles, and significance, effectively paint...
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La Russie en 1839, Volume IV by marquis de Astolphe Custine
Authors: Custine, Astolphe, marquis de, 1790-1857
By Abil Kile
"La Russie en 1839, Volume IV" by marquis de Astolphe Custine is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides an insightful commentary on Russia during the reign of Nicholas I and paints a vivid picture of the social, political, and cultural landscape of Moscow at the time. Through meticulous observation, the author ex...
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Cours familier de Littérature - Volume 06 by Alphonse de Lamartine
Authors: Lamartine, Alphonse de, 1790-1869
By Abil Kile
"Cours familier de Littérature - Volume 06" by Alphonse de Lamartine is a collection of literary essays written in the mid-19th century. The volume features discussions on notable literary figures, with a particular focus on the life and works of the Italian poet Petrarch. Lamartine explores the nature of love and human emotion through a detailed a...
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Le Japon by comte de Charles Montblanc
Authors: Montblanc, Charles, comte de, 1833-1894
By Abil Kile
"Le Japon" by le comte Charles de Montblanc is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores Japan's complex socio-political landscape during a transformative period, focusing on the tensions between traditional authority and the emerging influence of Western powers. With an analytical perspective, it delves into the inter...
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Les poésies de Sapho de Lesbos by Sappho
Authors: Sappho
By Abil Kile
"Les poésies de Sapho de Lesbos" by Sappho is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the 6th century BC. This seminal work highlights the themes of love, beauty, and passion through the voice of one of the most revered female poets from ancient Greece. Sappho's poetry reflects her deep emotional connections and the complexities of human relation...
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Scènes préhistoriques by aîné J.-H. Rosny
Authors: Rosny, J.-H., aîné, 1856-1940
By Abil Kile
"Scènes préhistoriques" by aîné J.-H. Rosny is a collection of vignettes exploring the life and experiences of prehistoric humanity, written in the late 19th century. This literary work delves into the lives of early humans, their interactions with nature, and the primal instincts that govern their existence. The author paints a vivid picture of a ...