Authors: Valera, Juan, 1824-1905

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"El Superhombre y otras novedades" by Juan Valera is a collection of critical articles about literary productions from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written in the early 20th century, the book examines the state of Spanish literature and society, especially focusing on themes of progress, the notion of a 'superman' as envisioned in contem...

Authors: Mille, Pierre, 1864-1941

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"Barnavaux et quelques femmes" by Pierre Mille is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Marie-faite-en-Fer, a complex female character navigating life as a woman in colonial Africa, whose experiences intertwine with themes of duty, survival, and the harsh realities faced by women in oppressive environment...

Authors: Brust, Alfred, 1891-1934

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"Der ewige Mensch: Drama in Christo" by Alfred Brust is a dramatic play written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds around profound themes of love, morality, and the human condition, exploring the complex interplay between personal choices and societal expectations. The play's central character, Cordatus, embodies a Christ-like figure ...

Authors: Various

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"The International Magazine, Volume 2, No. 3, February, 1851" by Various is a literary and scientific periodical published during the mid-19th century. This compilation includes various articles, essays, and illustrations reflecting on topics within literature, art, and science, serving as a cultural snapshot of the era. The magazine notably discus...

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"As Farpas: Chronica Mensal da Politica, das Letras e dos Costumes (1882-06/07)" by Ramalho Ortigão and Eça de Queirós is a monthly publication series begun in 1871. These satirical chronicles offer a sharp-witted portrait of Portuguese society in the years after 1870, wielding humor and irony to critique politics, journalism, religion, social conv...

Authors: Connolly, T. W. J. (Thomas William John), 1815-1875

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"History of the Royal Sappers and Miners, Volume 1 (of 2)" by T. W. J. Connolly is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work details the formation and evolution of the Royal Sappers and Miners, a military engineering corps, starting from its inception in 1772 through various significant periods of military activity, including ...

Authors: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870

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"Modern Eloquence: Vol II, After-Dinner Speeches E-O" by Thomas B. Reed is a collection of speeches and addresses written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on after-dinner speeches, showcasing the rhetorical skills and various topics addressed by notable speakers of the time. The collection not only highlights eloquence in presentation ...

Authors: Marmette, Joseph, 1844-1895

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"François de Bienville: Scènes de la Vie Canadienne au XVIIe Siècle" by Joseph Marmette is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book revolves around the character François Le Moyne de Bienville, a young soldier navigating the complexities of life in New France during a tumultuous period marked by conflict with the Iroquois and t...