Authors: Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856

In Satire

By Donald Scott

"Romanzero" by Heinrich Heine is a collection of poems written in the mid-19th century. The themes of the collection encompass a blend of historical narratives, mythical allegories, and social commentary, reflecting Heine's sharp wit and unique perspective on life and culture. The poems address various characters and events, including kings, lovers...

Authors: Nunès, Robert

In Classic Humor

By Donald Scott

"Le Sentier" by Max Du Veuzit and Robert Nunès is a three-act play written in the early 20th century. The work centers around the life of Andrée, an artist struggling to navigate her relationships and societal expectations, particularly in the context of her unconventional living situation with Pierre Belval, which raises eyebrows in their communit...

Authors: Faguet, Émile, 1847-1916

In Comedy Writing

By Donald Scott

"L'Anticléricalisme" by Émile Faguet is a historical and philosophical examination written in the early 20th century. The work explores the longstanding anticlérical sentiment in France, analyzing its roots, manifestations, and implications for the national character and societal behavior. Faguet intends to approach the subject impartially, providi...

Authors: Strabo

In Classic Humor

By Donald Scott

"The Geography of Strabo, Volume 1 (of 3)" by Strabo is a historical account of geographical knowledge written in the early 1st century AD. This significant work systematically explores the known world of the time, integrating geographical observations with philosophical insights, while citing previous scholars and poets who contributed to the fiel...

Authors: La Bruyère, Jean de, 1645-1696

In Satire

By Donald Scott

"The 'Characters' of Jean de La Bruyère" by Jean de La Bruyère is a collection of moral and social reflections written in the late 17th century. The work examines human nature and the follies of society, presenting a series of character sketches that criticize and illuminate the social norms and behaviors of the time. La Bruyère himself is highligh...

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In Wit & Irony

By Donald Scott

"The Pearl Story Book: Stories and Legends of Winter, Christmas, and New Year's Day" compiled by Ada M. Skinner and Eleanor L. Skinner is a collection of seasonal tales and legends likely written in the early 20th century. The book features a variety of stories centered around winter themes, including Christmas and New Year's, aiming to capture the...

Authors: Thiers, Adolphe, 1797-1877

In Wit & Irony

By Donald Scott

"Histoire de la Révolution française, Tome 05" by Adolphe Thiers is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume focuses on critical military movements and political upheavals during the French Revolution, particularly around 1793. It discusses significant events such as the siege of Lyon, the betrayal of Toulon, and various mi...

Authors: Valera, Juan, 1824-1905

In Comedy Writing

By Donald Scott

"El Comendador Mendoza" by Juan Valera is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the central character, Don Fadrique López de Mendoza, who is depicted as a man of both humor and complexity, navigating life, relationships, and societal expectations in Andalusia. The narrative explores themes of identity, memory, and ...

Authors: Loti, Pierre, 1850-1923

In Classic Humor

By Donald Scott

"Pêcheur d'Islande" by Pierre Loti is a novel written during the late 19th century that captures the lives of Breton fishermen embarking on perilous journeys to Iceland for cod fishing. The story centers around the lives of several fishermen, including young Sylvestre and his big brother, Yann, navigating their relationships, the harshness of their...