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Dans l'ombre chaude de l'Islam by Isabelle Eberhardt and Victor Barrucand

Authors: Barrucand, Victor, 1864-1934

In Environment

By Emily Adams

"Dans l'ombre chaude de l'Islam" by Isabelle Eberhardt and Victor Barrucand is a literary work that combines travel narrative and memoir, likely written in the early 20th century. The book invites readers into the mystique of Islam and North African culture through the eyes of the author as she traverses the Saharan landscape. It explores elements ...

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Mémoires du comte Reynier ... Campagne d'Égypte, deuxième partie by Reynier et al.

Authors: Berthier, Louis-Alexandre, 1753-1815

In Nature Writing

By Emily Adams

"Mémoires du comte Reynier ... Campagne d'Égypte, deuxième partie" by Reynier et al. is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book focuses on the military campaigns in Egypt, as seen through the eyes of General Reynier, who provides insights into both the operations and conditions of the French forces in the region. It offers ...

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La Russie en 1839, Volume II by marquis de Astolphe Custine

Authors: Custine, Astolphe, marquis de, 1790-1857

In Ecology

By Emily Adams

"La Russie en 1839, Volume II" by marquis de Astolphe Custine is a travel account published in 1843. After journeying through Russia in 1839, Custine portrays the empire as backward and governed by fear and violence under Tsar Nicolas I. His critical observations, made accessible through connections to high society, created a scandal—banned in Russ...

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The Wife, and Other Stories by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

Authors: Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904

In Wildlife

By Emily Adams

"The Wife and Other Stories" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century, a time marked by significant social and political change in Russia. This specific narrative, titled "The Wife," explores the complex emotional landscape of marriage, duty, and the struggles of the protagonist, Pavel Andreit...

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O passeio dos bardos ao Baldeador by Floriano Alves da Costa

Authors: Costa, Floriano Alves da, 1825-

In Environment

By Emily Adams

"O passeio dos bardos ao Baldeador" by Floriano Alves da Costa is a poetic narrative written in the mid-19th century. This book can be categorized as a romantic travel writing that explores themes of friendship and a deep appreciation for nature. Set against the backdrop of Rio de Janeiro, it reflects on a journey undertaken by four young friends s...

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La pudique Albion by Hector France

Authors: France, Hector, 1837-1908

In Nature Writing

By Emily Adams

"La pudique Albion" by Hector France is a critical novel written in the late 19th century. The work explores the hypocrisy and moral façade of British society, particularly focusing on themes of purity, vice, and societal pretense. The narrative seems to delve into the stark contrasts between public deportment and private behavior, likely highlight...

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Œuvres de Napoléon Bonaparte, Tome IV. by Emperor of the French Napoleon I

Authors: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821

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By Emily Adams

"Œuvres de Napoléon Bonaparte, Tome IV" by Emperor of the French Napoleon I is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume of Napoleon's collected works delves into the significant political and military events of 1806, a pivotal year in his reign during which he solidified his power and made strategic alliances, notably inv...