Authors: Valera, Juan, 1824-1905

In Satire

By Donald Scott

"El Superhombre y otras novedades" by Juan Valera is a collection of critical articles about literary productions from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written in the early 20th century, the book examines the state of Spanish literature and society, especially focusing on themes of progress, the notion of a 'superman' as envisioned in contem...

Authors: Marmontel, Jean-François, 1723-1799

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By Donald Scott

"Ο Βελισάριος" by Jean-François Marmontel is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers on the character of Belisarius, a once-great general of the Byzantine Empire, who now faces the trials of old age and blindness, navigating both personal adversity and political intrigue within a failing empire. The narrative unfolds a...

Authors: Thorne, Guy, 1875-1923

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By Donald Scott

"The Air Pirate" by Guy Thorne is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Sir John Custance, the Chief Commissioner of Air Police for Great Britain, as he grapples with a series of audacious air pirate attacks threatening civilian airliners. As he faces this new wave of crime, the narrative explores themes of duty, cour...

Authors: Zola, Émile, 1840-1902

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By Donald Scott

"La Débâcle" by Émile Zola is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set during the Franco-Prussian War and focuses on the experiences of soldiers, particularly the main character, Jean Macquart, a caporal. Through Jean and his fellow soldiers, the novel depicts the chaos and devastation of war, exploring themes of duty, ...

Authors: Sellar, W. Y. (William Young), 1825-1890

In Comedy Writing

By Donald Scott

"The Roman Poets of the Augustan Age: Virgil" by W. Y. Sellar is a historical and literary analysis written in the late 19th century. The book explores the influential works of Virgil and his contemporaries during a pivotal period of Roman literature marked by the transition from Republic to Empire. It examines the cultural, political, and social d...

Authors: Webster, John, 1580?-1625?

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By Donald Scott

"The Duchess of Malfi" by John Webster is a tragedy written during the early 17th century. The play explores themes of ambition, power, and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society through the lens of its central character, the Duchess, who defies societal norms by seeking love and remarriage after being widowed. At the start of the play, we...

Authors: Liszt, Franz, 1811-1886

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By Donald Scott

"F. Chopin" by Franz Liszt is a critical analysis of the works of composer Frédéric Chopin written in the late 19th century. The text examines the innovative nature of Chopin's music, contrasting it with the traditional forms of his time, while also delving into the emotional depth and national identity represented in his compositions. Franz Liszt,...

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By Donald Scott

"The Parochial History of Cornwall, Volume 3 (of 4)" by Davies Gilbert et al. is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume primarily focuses on the parishes of Cornwall, detailing their histories, notable landmarks, and notable individuals associated with each parish. It serves as an extensive documentation of local govern...

Authors: Mann, Thomas, 1875-1955

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By Donald Scott

"Der kleine Herr Friedemann: Novellen" by Thomas Mann is a collection of novellas written in the late 19th century. The central narrative revolves around Johannes Friedemann, an awkward and physically deformed man who grapples with feelings of isolation, longing, and his unaccepted desires in a world that doesn't cater to his sensitivities. This ex...