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A large-scale account of Conrad's extensive involvement with the French literary tradition, Yves Hervouet's book is a milestone in our understanding of his work. It will have a major impact on Conrad scholarship and as a study of cross-cultural influence, it will be of interest to all students of comparative literature in the period.
Gaston Leroux's 'The Adventures of Joseph Rouletabille: The Mystery of the Yellow Room & The Secret of the Night' is a captivating mystery novel featuring the young and ambitious journalist and detective, Joseph Rouletabille. Through a series of intricate and suspenseful events, Rouletabille uses his keen observation skills and deductive reasoning to solve baffling crimes. Leroux's writing style is engaging, filled with twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Set in late 19th-century France, the book provides a glimpse into the society and culture of the time, making it a compelling read for fans of detective fiction. Leroux's use of vivid descriptions and intricate pl...
This haunting novel tells the story of a young woman's descent into poverty and prostitution in 19th-century France. Jean-Joseph Regnault-Warin's stark portrayal of the harsh realities of life for the urban poor is both powerful and deeply moving. Readers who enjoy works of social realism and character-driven stories will find much to appreciate in this classic novel. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Uncle Bernac: A Memory of the Empire (1896) is a historical novel by Arthur Conan Doyle. A patriotic young Frenchman returns to his motherland eager to serve under Napoleon. The work captures the glory and the aura of one of the greatest emperors and conquerors in history as well as the manner in which he changed the map of the world....