Authors: Bourget, Paul, 1852-1935

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"L'Écuyère" by Paul Bourget is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Hilda Campbell, a young and skilled horsewoman, who works in her father's horse-dealing business in Paris. The narrative centers on her life intertwined with horses, her daily routines, and the complexities of her emerging romantic feelings, set against a...

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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...

Authors: Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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....

Authors: Barrucand, Victor, 1864-1934

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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...

Authors: Emerson, Ralph Waldo, 1803-1882

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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 ...

Authors: Fénelon, François de Salignac de La Mothe-, 1651-1715

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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...

Authors: Ticknor, George, 1791-1871

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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, ...

Authors: Keats, John, 1795-1821

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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'...

Authors: Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901

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By Nicholas Ortiz

"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...