Authors: Retté, Adolphe, 1863-1930

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"Jusqu'à la fin du monde" by Adolphe Retté is a religious and philosophical prose work written in the early 20th century. The book delves into themes of faith, suffering, and the human condition, emphasizing the necessity of spiritual vigilance in the face of worldly distractions and moral decay. It appears to draw heavily on Christian theological ...

Authors: Retté, Adolphe, 1863-1930

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"Le règne de la bête" by Adolphe Retté is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a politically charged environment, exploring themes such as corruption, anarchism, and disillusionment, primarily through the characters Georges Legranpan, a minister, and Auguste Mandrillat, a wealthy politician struggling with the politic...

Authors: Bonvalot, Gabriel, 1853-1933

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"L'Asie inconnue : à travers le Tibet" by Gabriel Bonvalot is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the author's explorations across the Asian continent, with a specific focus on his ambitious journey through Tibet and into other regions of China. It delves into the complexities and challenges of the journey, including ...

Authors: Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924

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"Typhon" by Joseph Conrad is a novella written in the late 19th century. The story primarily revolves around Captain Mac Whirr, a seemingly unremarkable yet steadfast figure, as he navigates his ship, the Nan-Shan, through treacherous waters during a typhoon. The novella delves into themes of isolation, the unpredictability of nature, and the inner...

Authors: La Mazière, Pierre, 1879-1947

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"Mireille des Trois Raisins" by Pierre La Mazière is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Mireille, the new director of a well-established establishment led by the Rabier family in the Rue des Trois Raisins, where a tradition has been upheld for generations. As she navigates her new role, Mireille grapples with person...

Authors: Ardel, Henri, 1863-1938

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"La nuit tombe..." by Henri Ardel is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the life of Viva, a woman intertwined in the complexities of love, art, and her marriage to a composer, Robert. Through her reflections and observations, themes of emotional disconnection and identity emerge, setting the stage for an exploratio...

Authors: Mauclère, Jean, 1887-1951

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"Le Braconnier de la Mer" by Jean Mauclère is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set on the isolated island of Yeu and focuses on the life of Damase Valmineau, an aging fisherman known as the "braconnier de la mer," who lives alone after the tragic deaths of his family members. The narrative introduces a strong sense of place, ...

Authors: Robert, Louis de, 1871-1937

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"Le Roman du Malade" by Louis de Robert is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a protagonist who finds himself gravely ill, contemplating the meaning of life and death as he lays in his hospital bed. Emphasizing themes of introspection and the fragility of existence, the narrative delves deeply into the character's ...

Authors: Bernanos, Georges, 1888-1948

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"Une nuit" by Georges Bernanos is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative appears to delve into themes of nature, violence, and the complexity of human emotions as it opens with a vivid encounter in a dark forest milieu. The main character, a young Frenchman, grapples with his inner turmoil and experiences a series of existential c...