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A Book of German Lyrics by Friedrich Bruns

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By Anna Rogers

"A Book of German Lyrics" by Friedrich Bruns is a curated anthology of German poetry, compiled during the early 20th century. This collection aims to introduce students to prominent German poets and their works, highlighting lyrical expressions that exemplify the depth and variety of German lyric poetry, while also providing pedagogical insights an...

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Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca by Seneca

Authors: Seneca, Lucius Annaeus, 5? BCE-65

In Horror

By Anna Rogers

"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca" by Seneca is a compilation of works by the acclaimed Roman philosopher, dramatist, and statesman, written during the 1st century AD. This book serves as an index and collection of various texts by Seneca, encompassing philosophical essays, moral treatises, and tragedies. The likely top...

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Home Life in Colonial Days by Alice Morse Earle

Authors: Earle, Alice Morse, 1851-1911

In Dark Fantasy

By Anna Rogers

"Home Life in Colonial Days" by Alice Morse Earle is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines the daily lives and domestic settings of early American colonists, focusing on their homes, furnishings, and lifestyle during the colonial period. It provides a rich tapestry of historical insights into the practicalities an...

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Le trésor des équivoques, antistrophes, ou contrepéteries by Léon Dupré-Carra

Authors: Dupré-Carra, Léon, 1843-1920

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By Anna Rogers

"Le trésor des équivoques, antistrophes, ou contrepéteries" by Léon Dupré-Carra is a unique work that combines elements of linguistic humor and study, likely written in the early 20th century. This book dives into the world of "contrepéteries"—a playful manipulation of language where letters or syllables are switched to create humorous and often ri...

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Introduction aux études historiques by Langlois and Seignobos

Authors: Seignobos, Charles, 1854-1942

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By Anna Rogers

"Introduction aux études historiques" by Ch.-V. Langlois and Ch. Seignobos is a scholarly work written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a guide to the methodology of historical studies, emphasizing the processes and conditions necessary for effective historical inquiry. It aims to clarify the importance of critical examination and logic...

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Lettres écrites d'Égypte et de Nubie en 1828 et 1829 by Jean-François Champollion

Authors: Champollion, Jean-François, 1790-1832

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By Anna Rogers

"Lettres écrites d'Égypte et de Nubie en 1828 et 1829" by Jean-François Champollion is a collection of letters written during the author's journeys in Egypt and Nubia in the early 19th century. This work provides an insightful account of his daily experiences and observations as he explores the ancient monuments and civilization along the Nile. Thr...

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Un aventurier au XVIII siècle: Le chevalier d'Éon (1728-1810) by Octave Homberg et al.

Authors: Jousselin, Fernand

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By Anna Rogers

"Un aventurier au XVIII siècle: Le chevalier d'Éon (1728-1810)" by Octave Homberg et al. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the fascinating and tumultuous life of the Chevalier d'Éon, a notable figure known for his elaborate adventures, military service, and complex identity during a period of significant c...

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Galatea by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra

Authors: Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de, 1547-1616

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By Anna Rogers

"Galatea" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a pastoral romance published in 1585. The story follows two best friends, Elicio and Erastro, who both love the same woman, Galatea, yet vow to preserve their friendship. As they journey to a wedding, they encounter other shepherds and travelers who share their own tales of love, rivalry, and loss. Struc...

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The Forsyte Saga, Volume II. by John Galsworthy

Authors: Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933

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By Anna Rogers

"The Forsyte Saga, Volume II" by John Galsworthy is a series of novels and interludes published between 1906 and 1922. The saga chronicles an upper-middle-class English family acutely conscious of their "new money" status. At its center is Soames Forsyte, a solicitor whose obsession with property and possession fails to bring him happiness. Through...