Authors: Zamacois, Eduardo, 1873-1971

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By Emily Adams

"Teatro Galante" by Eduardo Zamacois is a theatrical work likely written in the early 20th century. The book consists of several plays, including the one-act comedy "Nochebuena," which explores the intricacies of relationships among characters navigating love and social dynamics in a lively setting. The narrative is steeped in the emotional turmoil...

Authors: Spence, Lewis, 1874-1955

In Ecology

By Emily Adams

"The Myths of Mexico & Peru" by Lewis Spence is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the rich mythologies and civilizations of ancient Mexico and Peru, offering insights into their art, culture, and belief systems. It delves into the intricate narratives that defined these cultures, touching upon their gods, rit...

Authors: Sardou, Victorien, 1831-1908

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By Emily Adams

"Madame Sans-Gêne, Tome 1" by Edmond Lepelletier, Émile Moreau, and Victorien Sardou is a historical comedy premiered in 1893. A frank-speaking Parisian washerwoman named Cathérine earns the nickname "Madame Sans-Gêne" for her blunt manner. When her husband becomes a marshal under Napoleon, she enters imperial high society but refuses to abandon he...

Authors: Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883

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By Emily Adams

"Le Robinson des Alpes" by Gustave Aimard is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around the lives of ordinary people living in the picturesque valley of Miribel, focusing on characters such as Jacques Chrétien, a hardworking farmer, and Michel Sauvage, a friend who becomes an influential figure in Jacques' life. The narrative...

Authors: Qian, Yi, jin shi 999

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By Emily Adams

"南部新書" by jin shi 999 Yi Qian is a historical account written in the late Tang dynasty. This work serves as a compilation of various events, customs, and anecdotes from Chinese history, aiming to provide moral lessons and insights into governance and societal behavior. The text is likely a broad exploration of political and ethical themes, drawn fr...

Authors: Zayas y Sotomayor, María de, 1590-1650

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By Emily Adams

"Novelas ejemplares y amorosas" by María de Zayas y Sotomayor is a collection of ten novels published in Zaragoza in the 17th century. The stories unfold across five nights in the luxurious home of Lisis, where five women and five men gather to share romantic tales. Zayas weaves supernatural elements, violence, and female desire into narratives tha...

Authors: Spenser, Edmund, 1552?-1599

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By Emily Adams

"Spenser's The Faerie Queene, Book I" by Edmund Spenser is an epic poem first published in 1590. This opening book follows the Redcrosse Knight on a quest embodying the virtue of Holiness. Separated from his lady Una through deception, the knight falls into captivity and despair. Una perseveres through countless dangers to rescue him, leading to hi...

Authors: Rachilde, 1860-1953

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By Emily Adams

"Le Démon de l'Absurde" by Rachilde is a novel written in the late 19th century. The work delves into themes surrounding absurdity and the human condition, encapsulated in the experiences and thoughts of its characters, notably Rachilde herself, who grapples with the complexities of life, death, and perception. This introspective narrative evokes a...

Authors: United States. Army. American Expeditionary Forces

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By Emily Adams

"The Stars and Stripes, Vol. 1, No. 1, February 8, 1918" is a historical publication created as the official newspaper of the American Expeditionary Forces, written during World War I. This inaugural issue serves to deliver news, updates, and messages from the front lines to the soldiers of the A.E.F., reflecting the experiences and sentiments of A...