Authors: Lemercier, Népomucène-Louis, 1771-1840

In Ancient Epics

By Abil Kile

"La Panhypocrisiade, ou le spectacle infernal du seizième siècle" by NéPomucène L. Lemercier is an epic comedy written in the early 19th century. The book satirizes the hypocrisy and vices of humanity, taking place in a fantastical version of Hell where demons enjoy theatrical performances that reflect the moral failings of historical figures, part...

Authors: Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935

In Chivalry

By Abil Kile

"La Duchesse Bleue" by Paul Bourget is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story seems to revolve around the complex interplay of love, ambition, and the artistic life, particularly focusing on the character of Camille Favier, a young actress navigating her career and relationships amidst the challenges of the theater world. Through the p...

Authors: Delacroix, Eugène, 1798-1863

In Epic Literature

By Abil Kile

"Journal de Eugène Delacroix, Tome 1 (de 3)" by Eugène Delacroix is a collection of personal journals written in the early to mid-19th century. The author's notes span a significant portion of his life, capturing his thoughts, artistic reflections, and intimate experiences as one of France's foremost painters. The journal serves as both a reflectio...

Authors: Choisy, abbé de, 1644-1724

In Medieval Literature

By Abil Kile

"Aventures de l'abbé de Choisy habillé en femme" by abbé de Choisy is a memoir written in the late 17th century. The book chronicles the life and escapades of François-Timoléon de Choisy, who, notably, cross-dressed and lived much of his life as a woman, often participating in courtly intrigues and societal affairs of the time. Through his experien...

Authors: Various

In Chivalry

By Abil Kile

"L'Illustration, No. 3737, 17 Octobre 1914" by Various is a historical publication, crafted during the early 20th century amidst the turmoil of World War I. This edition of the illustrated journal captures significant moments, stories, and sentiments from the battlefield, providing readers with visual and narrative insights into the experiences of ...

Authors: Jusserand, J. J. (Jean Jules), 1855-1932

In Medieval Literature

By Abil Kile

"La vie nomade et les routes d'Angleterre au 14e siècle" by J. J. Jusserand is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the various aspects of nomadic life and travel in 14th-century England, examining how different social classes lived and interacted with one another during this time. The author provides insights...

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In Ancient Epics

By Abil Kile

"Journal d'un bourgeois de Paris, 1405-1449" by Alexandre Tuetey is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This chronicle provides a valuable insight into the sociopolitical climate of Paris during the reigns of Charles VI and Charles VII, capturing events and daily life through the eyes of an anonymous Parisian citizen. The narrati...

Authors: Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936

In Epic Literature

By Abil Kile

"Le livre de la Jungle" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of interconnected stories written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around a young boy named Mowgli, who is raised by a pack of wolves in the Indian jungle, navigating the complex relationships and challenges presented by the animal inhabitants of the jungle. Through Mowgli's...

Authors: Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832

In Medieval Literature

By Abil Kile

"Faust [première partie]" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a tragedy written in the early 19th century. This classic work explores profound themes of ambition, knowledge, and the human condition through its central character, Dr. Heinrich Faust, who is a scholar deeply dissatisfied with the limits of conventional knowledge and life. Driven by a des...