Authors: Le Braz, Anatole, 1859-1926

In Nature Writing

By Emily Adams

"La terre du passé" by Anatole Le Braz is a collection of literary essays and reflections written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the cultural and historical significance of Brittany, exploring its myths, legends, and the remnants of its religious practices through evocative narratives and character-driven storytelling. The central c...

Authors: Conscience, Hendrik, 1812-1883

In Environment

By Emily Adams

"La tombe de fer" by Hendrik Conscience is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a group of children, particularly focusing on two friends, Mieken and Janneken, who navigate themes of friendship, innocence, and mortality as they play near a cemetery. The narrative hints at deeper mysteries surrounding a specific tomb kn...

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In Nature Writing

By Emily Adams

"Wanderfoot (The Dream Ship)" by Cynthia Stockley is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to delve into themes of love and loss, following the protagonist, Garrett Westenra, an Irish surgeon who is grappling with profound loneliness and the shadow of his deceased mother. As he embarks on a journey across the Atlantic, his li...

Authors: Faure, Élie, 1873-1937

In Wildlife

By Emily Adams

"Napoléon" by Élie Faure is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex character of Napoleon Bonaparte, juxtaposing his role as both a potent leader and a controversial figure in history. Faure delves into the contradictions within Napoleon, portraying him as a man of action who embodies both ambition and ...

Authors: Christine, de Pisan, 1364?-1431?

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By Emily Adams

"Oeuvres poétiques Tome 2" by Christine de Pisan is a collection of significant poetic works written during the early 15th century. This volume includes various pieces that delve into themes of love, gender, and morality, showcasing the author's spirited defense of women against the conventions and criticisms of her time. At the start of the work, ...

Authors: Aneirin

In Ecology

By Emily Adams

"Y Gododin: A Poem of the Battle of Cattraeth" by Aneirin is a medieval Welsh poem dated between the 7th and early 11th centuries. It consists of elegies for three hundred warriors from the Brittonic kingdom of Gododdin who died fighting the Angles at Catraeth around AD 600. After a year of feasting at Din Eidyn, the warriors attacked against overw...

Authors: Adams, Abigail, 1744-1818

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By Emily Adams

"Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution" by Charles Francis Adams is a historical collection of letters written in the late 19th century. The book presents the correspondence between John Adams, a key figure in the American Revolution, and his wife, Abigail Adams, showcasing their personal thoughts and exper...

Authors: Dunn-Pattison, R. P., 1874-1916

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By Emily Adams

"Napoleon's Marshals" by R. P. Dunn-Pattison is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives and careers of Napoleon Bonaparte's marshals, providing insights into their contributions to the military successes of the Napoleonic era. Through detailed profiles, it sheds light on key figures such as Louis Alexandr...

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In Nature Writing

By Emily Adams

"Great Short Stories, Volume 2: Ghost Stories" edited by William Patten is a collection of eerie tales from various authors, likely written in the early 20th century. This volume features a diverse array of ghost stories that explore themes of love, loss, and the supernatural. Each narrative delves into the relationship between the living and the s...