Authors: Tang, Xianzu, 1550-1616

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"牡丹亭" by Xianzu Tang is a romantic tragicomedy play written in 1598. Set in the final days of the Southern Song dynasty, it tells the story of sixteen-year-old Du Liniang, who dreams of a passionate encounter with scholar Liu Mengmei in her family's garden. Unable to forget this dream lover, Liniang dies of lovesickness—but death proves not to be t...

Authors: Crane, Hart, 1899-1932

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"The letters of Hart Crane, 1916-1932" by Hart Crane is a collection of letters written in the mid-20th century. The volume, edited and framed by Brom Weber, assembles the poet’s correspondence to reveal his artistic formation, personal entanglements, and the lived background of major works like The Bridge. Expect a candid self-portrait of a modern...

Authors: Goncourt, Jules de, 1830-1870

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"Journal des Goncourt (Troisième série, premier volume)" by Goncourt and Goncourt is a diary written between 1850 and 1896. Brothers Edmond and Jules de Goncourt chronicle the bitter rivalries and fragile friendships of literary Paris through candid observations recorded late at night. Their unflinching portraits of famous contemporaries—including ...

Authors: Uzanne, Octave, 1851-1931

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"Caprices d'un Bibliophile" by Octave Uzanne is a collection of literary essays written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the passions and whims of a bibliophile, exploring themes of book collecting, the beauty of literature, and the emotions intertwined with the ownership of books. Uzanne's narrative voice reflects a deep love for boo...

Authors: Herzog, Rudolf, 1869-1943

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"Kornelius Vanderwelts Gefährtin : Roman" by Rudolf Herzog is a novel written in the early 20th century. It centers on the Rhine-Ruhr shipping world and the larger‑than‑life broker Kornelius Vanderwelt, whose charisma, appetite for life, and feel for people drive both his business and his private affairs. A chance roadside encounter with a proud yo...

Authors: Rose, Felicitas, 1862-1938

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"Der graue Alltag und sein Licht: Roman" by Felicitas Rose is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the main character, Brigitte Lage, who inherits the responsibilities and intricacies of family legacy and the metaphorical "gray everyday life" after her grand-aunt Jesuliebe's passing. The narrative unfolds as...

Authors: Various

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"Le Tour du Monde; Afrique Centrale" by Various is a collection of travel writings published in the late 19th century. This work compiles various articles chronicling the journeys of explorers and adventurers in Central Africa, detailing their experiences, observations, and the challenges they faced during their expeditions. The book aims to provid...

Authors: Wake, William, 1657-1737

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"The Suppressed Gospels and Epistles of the Original New Testament of Jesus the Christ" is a collection of early Christian texts compiled by various scholars, prominently featuring works attributed to Jesus' apostles, including letters and gospels clandestinely venerated by early Christian communities. This book, likely compiled in the late 19th to...

Authors: Prévost, abbé, 1697-1763

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"Voyages du capitaine Robert Lade en différentes parties de l'Afrique, de l'Asie et de l'Amérique" is a historical account written in the mid-18th century. The work recounts the journeys of Captain Robert Lade, including his observations on the colonies and trade practices of various European nations like the Spanish, English, and Dutch. It highlig...