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Paris and the Social Revolution by Alvan F. Sanborn
Authors: Sanborn, Alvan F. (Alvan Francis), 1866-1966
"Paris and the Social Revolution" by Alvan F. Sanborn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the revolutionary elements present in the various classes of Parisian society, exploring the complex social fabric that leads to revolutionary thought and action. Through a detailed analysis of anarchism, socialism, ...
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The letters of Queen Victoria, vol. 1, 1837-1843 : A selection from Her…
Authors: Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901
"The Letters of Queen Victoria: A Selection from Her Majesty's Correspondence" is a historical collection edited by Arthur Christopher Benson and Viscount Esher, published in the early 20th century. This work compiles significant correspondence from Queen Victoria during her reign, focusing particularly on the years from her accession to the throne...
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Keats: Poems Published in 1820 by John Keats
Authors: Keats, John, 1795-1821
"Keats: Poems Published in 1820" by John Keats is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the early 19th century. This volume features some of Keats' most celebrated works, exploring themes of love, beauty, and the complexities of human experience. The collection includes famous pieces such as "Ode to a Nightingale" and "Lamia," showcasing Keats'...
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History of Spanish Literature, vol. 3 (of 3) by George Ticknor
Authors: Ticknor, George, 1791-1871
"History of Spanish Literature, vol. 3 (of 3)" by George Ticknor is a scholarly and historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume continues to explore the evolution of Spanish literature, examining various poetic forms and notable authors from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The book delves into genres such as satirical, ...
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Las aventuras de Telémaco seguidas de las de Aristonoo by Fénelon
Authors: Fénelon, François de Salignac de La Mothe-, 1651-1715
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"Las aventuras de Telémaco seguidas de las de Aristonoo" by Fénelon is a didactic novel written between 1694 and 1697. Inspired by Homer's Odyssey, it follows young Telemachus as he searches for his father Ulysses across the Greek world, accompanied by his tutor Mentor—secretly the goddess Minerva in disguise. Through their travels across Sicily, E...
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Nature by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Authors: Emerson, Ralph Waldo, 1803-1882
"Nature" by Ralph Waldo Emerson is a book-length essay published in 1836. This foundational work introduces transcendentalism, a belief system proposing that the divine suffuses nature and that reality can be understood through studying the natural world. Emerson divides nature into four usages—Commodity, Beauty, Language, and Discipline—exploring ...
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Trimardeur : roman by Isabelle Eberhardt and Victor Barrucand
Authors: Barrucand, Victor, 1864-1934
"Trimardeur: roman" by Isabelle Eberhardt and Victor Barrucand is a fictional work likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative introduces us to Dmitri Orschanow, a young revolutionary who grapples with his past and present while seeking meaning in a tumultuous world filled with social and political struggles. Eberhardt's story touches o...
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Lettres à une inconnue, Tome Deuxième by Prosper Mérimée
Authors: Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870
"Lettres à une inconnue, Tome Deuxième" by Prosper Mérimée is a collection of personal letters written in the mid-19th century. The letters provide glimpses into the life and thoughts of the author, who writes to an unnamed recipient, navigating themes of illness, travel, art, and social observations, while also expressing a longing for connection....
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The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 28 of 55 by Blair, Bourne, and Robertson
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"The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 28 of 55" by Blair, Bourne, and Robertson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex history and conditions of the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period, covering political, economic, commercial, and religious aspects. It provides insights into the in...