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Sous le burnous by Hector France
Authors: France, Hector, 1837-1908
By Abil Kile
"Sous le burnous" by Hector France is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative likely explores themes of war, culture, and identity through the eyes of the protagonist as he reflects on a tumultuous period, possibly in Algeria, given the references to military actions and local customs. The book opens with a visceral descr...
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Belle-Rose by Amédée Achard
Authors: Achard, Amédée, 1814-1875
In Inspiration
By Abil Kile
"Belle-Rose" by Amédée Achard is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set in the context of 17th century France and revolves around the central character Jacques, the son of a fauconnier, who navigates the challenges of growing up, love, ambition, and the harsh realities of war. The narrative explores themes of brave determination,...
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L'île à hélice by Jules Verne
Authors: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
In Goal Setting
By Abil Kile
"L'île à hélice" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story focuses on a quartet of musicians, known as the Quatuor Concertant, who find themselves in a series of misadventures while traveling through California en route to a concert in San Diego. From the outset, the narrative promises a blend of adventure and musical ar...
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Le pays des fourrures by Jules Verne
Authors: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
In Goal Setting
By Abil Kile
"Le pays des fourrures" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story begins in a remote fort in the Arctic, where Captain Craventy hosts a gathering for the members of the Hudson's Bay Company and some Indigenous guests, including the renowned explorer Paulina Barnett. The novel likely delves into themes of exploration, sur...
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La dernière Aldini: Simon by George Sand
Authors: Sand, George, 1804-1876
In Motivational
By Abil Kile
"La dernière Aldini: Simon" by George Sand is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story explores the life of Lélio, an aging but still talented prima donna, and introduces us to the complex dynamics between him, his fellow artists, and the noblewoman Bianca Aldini, who shares connections with significant figures in Venice. The narrative li...
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L'épouvante by Maurice Level
Authors: Level, Maurice, 1875-1926
In Inspiration
By Abil Kile
"L'ÉPOUVANTE" by Maurice Level is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Onésime Coche, a reporter who grapples with a sudden plunge into the dark side of crime after unwittingly becoming entangled in a murder. The story promises a blend of suspense and psychological exploration as Coche navigates his evolving role ...
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Au large de l'écueil: roman canadien by Hector Bernier
Authors: Bernier, Hector, 1886-1947
By Abil Kile
"Au large de l'écueil: roman canadien" by Hector Bernier is a Canadian novel written in the early 20th century. The story primarily revolves around the character Jules Hébert, who is returning to his homeland after an extended time abroad and is filled with patriotic fervor. The narrative delves into themes of national identity, the beauty of the C...
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Amours fragiles by Victor Cherbuliez
Authors: Cherbuliez, Victor, 1829-1899
In Inspiration
By Abil Kile
"Amours fragiles" by Victor Cherbuliez is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces the marquis de Miraval, an insightful and somewhat cynical character, alongside his niece, Mme de Penneville, who is troubled by the potential romantic entanglement of her son, Horace, with a mysterious woman named Mme Corneuil. The novel dives ...
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Ellénore, Volume I by Sophie Gay
Authors: Gay, Sophie, 1776-1852
In Goal Setting
By Abil Kile
"Ellénore, Volume I" by Sophie Gay is a novel written during the mid-19th century. This work intricately explores themes of societal expectations, personal virtue, and the complexity of human relationships through the lens of its central character, Ellénore Mansley. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of the turbulent post-revolutionary French...