Authors: Charles, d'Orléans, 1394-1465

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"Poésies de Charles d'Orléans" by Charles d'Orléans is a rich collection of poetry written in the 15th century. The work showcases the eloquent verses of the duke, who is both a significant historical figure entangled in the sociopolitical turmoil of his time and a voice of profound poetic expression. The poetry often reflects themes of love, beaut...

Authors: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE

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"L'Iliade" by Homer is an epic poem composed in the 8th century BC. The narrative centers around the events of the Trojan War, focusing on the struggle and wrath of the Greek hero Achilles, and explores themes of honor, pride, and the impact of human emotions in both war and peace. The opening of "L'Iliade" introduces the conflict triggered by Agam...

Authors: Desbordes-Valmore, Marceline, 1786-1859

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"Le Livre des Mères et des Enfants, Tome I" by Marceline Desbordes-Valmore is a collection of tales in verse and prose written in the early 19th century. This work is likely aimed at children and showcases various lessons and moral teachings, primarily through the lens of maternal love and the innocence of childhood. The narratives revolve around t...

Authors: Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900

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"Le portrait de Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story delves into themes of aestheticism, morality, and the nature of beauty as it follows the life of a young man named Dorian Gray, whose exquisite beauty captivates those around him. As he becomes entangled in the hedonistic lifestyle promoted by Lor...

Authors: Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880

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"Bouvard et Pécuchet" by Gustave Flaubert is a novel written in the late 19th century. This satirical exploration follows two clerks, Bouvard and Pécuchet, who, after receiving an unexpected inheritance, retire from their mundane office jobs to pursue a life of agriculture. With unbridled enthusiasm but little knowledge, they dream of the pastoral ...

Authors: Level, Maurice, 1875-1926

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"Les Portes de l'Enfer" by Maurice Level is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives delve into themes of loss, grief, and the darker aspects of human nature, exploring the psychological turmoil of characters confronting their past. The opening of "Les Portes de l'Enfer" introduces a poignant scene where a man...

Authors: Desmazures, Adam Charles Gustave, 1818-1891

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"Histoire du Chevalier d'Iberville (1663-1706)" by Adam Charles Gustave Desmazures is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around Pierre Le Moyne, known as the Chevalier d'Iberville, and chronicles his significant role in the expansion of New France during the late 17th century. The book aims to highlight his...

Authors: Sainte-Beuve, Charles Augustin, 1804-1869

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"Portraits littéraires, Tome II" by Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve is a collection of literary portraits written during the mid-19th century. It offers an in-depth exploration and analysis of notable literary figures from various eras, celebrating their contributions and examining their significance in the realm of literature. The focus in the openi...

Authors: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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"Macbeth" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy written in the early 17th century. The play explores themes of ambition, moral corruption, and the supernatural, focusing on the ascent and downfall of its protagonist, Macbeth, a Scottish nobleman influenced by prophecy and his ambitious wife, Lady Macbeth. The opening of "Macbeth" introduces a dark an...