Authors: Sainte-Beuve, Charles Augustin, 1804-1869

In Myth Retellings

By Ashley Wright

"Portraits littéraires, Tome I" by Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve is a critical literary collection written during the mid-19th century. The book delves into the lives and contributions of notable French authors such as Boileau, Pierre Corneille, La Fontaine, and Racine, analyzing their literary significance and the context in which they wrote. Grou...

Authors: Maréchal, Sylvain, 1750-1803

In Ancient Legends

By Ashley Wright

"Projet d'une loi portant défense d'apprendre à lire aux femmes" by Sylvain Maréchal is a satirical essay written in the early 19th century. This work reflects the attitudes towards gender relations and education during that time period, particularly focusing on the role of women in society. The book presents a proposed law that humorously argues a...

Authors: Reuter, Gabriele, 1859-1941

In Cultural Myths

By Ashley Wright

"Ins neue Land" by Gabriele Reuter is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of war, exploring themes of trauma, loss, and the quest for redemption through the experiences of its central character, Franz Rolfers, a soldier who confronts the horrors of combat and the impact on both his physical and emotional...

Authors: Blumauer, Aloys, 1755-1798

In Heroic Tales

By Ashley Wright

"Beobachtungen über Oesterreichs Aufklärung und Litteratur" by Aloys Blumauer is a critical examination of Austrian Enlightenment literature written in the late 18th century, specifically around the year 1782. The book discusses the landscape of literature in Austria during a period of increasing freedom of press and intellectual inquiry, highlight...

Authors: Boutet, Frédéric, 1874-1941

In Ancient Legends

By Ashley Wright

"Douze aventures sentimentales, suivies d'autres histoires d'à présent" by Frédéric Boutet is a collection of sentimental stories written in the early 20th century. The work delves into various romantic encounters and emotions faced by characters often shaped by the backdrop of war, longing, and personal struggles. The collection likely features mu...

Authors: Lesueur, Daniel, 1860-1921

In Heroic Tales

By Ashley Wright

"Chacune son Rêve" by Daniel Lesueur is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the experiences of a young female doctor named Francine, who grapples with the secrets and heavy burdens of life as she becomes embroiled in a mysterious and troubling situation that forces her into moral dilemmas. The novel appears t...

Authors: Eftaliotis, Argyris, 1849-1923

In Myth Retellings

By Ashley Wright

"Φυλλάδες του Γεροδήμου" by Argyris Eftaliotis is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the character Γεροδήμος, who shares his life experiences and reflections, beginning with his childhood on a Turkish island. Through his narrative, Eftaliotis explores themes of memory, identity, and the challenges faced by the Greek...

Authors: Folkard, Richard

In Cultural Myths

By Ashley Wright

"Plant Lore, Legends, and Lyrics" by Richard Folkard is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the myths, traditions, superstitions, and folk-lore surrounding plants throughout different cultures. It provides a comprehensive exploration of how various civilizations have revered and interpreted plants, showcasin...

Authors: Noailles, Anna de, 1876-1933

In Cultural Myths

By Ashley Wright

"La Domination" by Anna de Noailles is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Antoine Arnault, a young writer filled with ambition and introspection, grappling with his relationships and aspirations against the backdrop of Parisian society. As Antoine navigates his fame and personal connections, particularly with a melancholic...