Authors: Paravey, Charles Hippolyte, chevalier de, 1787-1871

In Latin American Fiction

By Abil Kile

"Mémoire sur l'origine Japonaise, Arabe et Basque de la civilisation des peuples…" by M. de Paravey is a scholarly publication written in the early 19th century, specifically in the mid-1830s. The book explores historical and anthropological connections between seemingly disparate cultures, namely the Japanese, Arabs, Basques, and the Muysca people...

Authors: Ginguené, Pierre Louis, 1748-1816

In African Literature

By Abil Kile

"Histoire littéraire d'Italie" by Pierre Louis Ginguené is a scholarly account written in the early 19th century. The work offers a detailed analysis of Italian literature, discussing various genres and notable authors, focusing particularly on romantic epics and poetry. It provides insights into the evolution and characteristics of Italian literar...

Authors: Karr, Alphonse, 1808-1890

In Asian Literature

By Abil Kile

"Clotilde" by Alphonse Karr is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the seaside village of Trouville, France, where the protagonist, Clotilde, navigates the complicated terrain of love and ambition amidst her relationships with those close to her. The interplay between the characters hints at themes of social class, persona...

Authors: Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883

In Latin American Fiction

By Abil Kile

"Eaux printanières" by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Sanine, a man grappling with ennui and existential contemplation after an evening spent in the stimulating company of intelligent people but ultimately feeling unfulfilled and weary. The novel appears to explore themes of disillusi...

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In Middle Eastern Literature

By Abil Kile

"Les grandes chroniques de France (3/6)" by Paulin Paris is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work is part of a series that chronicles the history of France through the lens of significant events and figures, such as the reign of Charles the Bald and his interactions with his brothers Lothaire and Louis. The narrative exp...

Authors: Bloy, Léon, 1846-1917

In Asian Literature

By Abil Kile

"Le Désespéré" by Léon Bloy is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book revolves around Caïn Marchenoir, a tormented protagonist grappling with the emotional weight of his father's impending death and his own tumultuous existence as a writer. The themes of despair, familial conflict, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent w...

Authors: Delaborde, Jules, comte, 1806-1889

In Latin American Fiction

By Abil Kile

"Charlotte de Bourbon, princesse d'Orange" by comte Jules Delaborde is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the life of Charlotte de Bourbon, the daughter of the duke and duchess of Montpensier, who was forcibly confined to a monastic life against her will. The book is likely to explore her struggles again...

Authors: Verhaeren, Emile, 1855-1916

In African Literature

By Abil Kile

"Les Rythmes souverains: Poèmes" by Emile Verhaeren is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. The work encapsulates the poet's reflections on creation, love, and existential themes, drawing on Biblical imagery and mythology to explore the intricate relationship between humanity and divinity. The poems transport readers through lus...

Authors: Various

In Middle Eastern Literature

By Abil Kile

"L'Illustration, No. 3255, 15 Juillet 1905" by Various is a historical magazine published in the early 20th century. The publication includes an array of articles covering significant events of the time, most notably the Franco-British celebrations in Brest, the mutiny of the Russian battleship "Kniaz-Potemkine," and the sinking of the submarine "F...