Authors: Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"Jean-Christophe, Volume 2" by Romain Rolland is part of a ten-volume novel published serially between 1904 and 1912. The complete work follows Jean-Christophe Krafft, a German musical genius, from birth to death. This sweeping saga portrays a romantic hero embodying hope for a reconciled humanity, particularly between France and Germany. Through a...

Authors: García Lorca, Federico, 1898-1936

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"Romancero gitano" by Federico García Lorca is a poetry collection published in 1928. This work presents eighteen ballads exploring Gypsy culture through symbols of night, death, sky, and moon, with sorrow as the unifying thread. Set in Andalusia, the poems depict marginalized people clashing with authority, particularly the Civil Guard. Lorca blen...

Authors: Beckford, William, 1760-1844

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"Vathek; An Arabian Tale" by William Beckford is a Gothic novel composed in French beginning in 1782 and first published in English in 1786. The story follows Vathek, a tyrannical ninth caliph consumed by insatiable thirst for forbidden knowledge. When a mysterious stranger offers him access to the legendary Palace of Underground Fire and its super...

Authors: Gorostiza, Manuel Eduardo de, 1789-1851

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"Contigo Pan y Cebolla" by Manuel Eduardo de Gorostiza is a prose comedy written in the early 19th century. The play offers an engaging glimpse into various aspects of Spanish life and thought, primarily revolving around a family dynamic and the complexities of romance and social expectations. The main characters include Doña Matilde, who grapples ...

Authors: Claudel, Paul, 1868-1955

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"L'otage: Drame en trois actes" by Paul Claudel is a three-act play published in 1911. Set during the final years of the French Empire from 1810 to 1814, it marks the first installment of Claudel's Trilogie des Coûfontaine. The play captures a turbulent moment in French history as Napoleon's empire crumbles. Staged repeatedly throughout the twentie...

Authors: Wildman, Rounsevelle, 1864-1901

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"Tales of the Malayan Coast" by Rounsevelle Wildman is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The author draws upon his experiences as a U.S. consul in the region, depicting the vibrant cultures and adventures of the Malayan coast, as well as the lives of both the local inhabitants and the expatriates. The stories span vari...

Authors: Harte, Bret, 1836-1902

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"Bocetos californianos" by Bret Harte is a collection of stories written in the early 20th century. This work reflects on life during the California Gold Rush, exploring the complex dynamics between the rugged experiences of miners and the yearning for love and ideals amidst chaos. The characters range from adventurous miners to strong-willed women...

Authors: Whittle, Walter Andrew

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"A Baptist Abroad: Travels and Adventures of Europe and all Bible Lands" by Rev. Walter Andrew Whittle is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the author's journey through various regions, focusing on Europe and the biblical lands of the Middle East, while intertwining his observations on culture, society, and re...

Authors: Bandarra, Gonçalo Anes, 1500?-1556?

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"Trovas Inedìtas de Bandarra" by Gonçalo Anes Bandarra is a collection of prophetic verses written during the early 19th century. The work features a series of poetic prophecies attributed to Bandarra, reflecting on impending events and changes in the world, particularly concerning Portugal and its people. The verses weave historical themes with a ...