Authors: Jean, de Meun, 1240?-1305?

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By James Martinez

"Le roman de la rose - Tome III" by Guillaume de Lorris and Jean de Meung is a medieval allegorical poem written in the 14th century. This work is part of a larger narrative that explores themes of love, beauty, and desire, reflecting the complexities of courtly love through its rich symbolism and characters. The text introduces major themes such a...

Authors: Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870

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By James Martinez

"Carmen" by Prosper Mérimée is a novella written during the early 19th century. The story introduces the tumultuous and captivating life of a young gipsy woman named Carmen, set against the backdrop of Andalusia, Spain. The tale weaves themes of love, passion, and danger as it explores the experiences of characters drawn into the world of smuggling...

Authors: United States. Work Projects Administration

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By James Martinez

"Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves" is a historical account produced through the Federal Writers' Project between the late 1930s. The work features firsthand accounts from former slaves, providing their perspectives and experiences during slavery and the years following emancipation....

Authors: MacDonald, George, 1824-1905

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"Lilith: A Romance" by George MacDonald is a fantasy novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story follows the journey of the protagonist, Mr. Vane, who has just concluded his studies at Oxford and is exploring themes of existence, the metaphysical, and the nature of reality as he interacts with strange figures such as a raven and his et...

Authors: Rizal, José, 1861-1896

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By James Martinez

"Junto Al Pasig" by José Rizal is a one-act melodrama written in verse, first performed in the late 19th century (specifically in the 1880s). This work serves as a celebration of the Filipino culture and the Marian devotion that is significant in the Philippines, set alongside the banks of the Pasig River. The book combines poetic dialogue with the...

Authors: Williams, Lenore Wheeler

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By James Martinez

"Sandwich Glass: A Technical Book for Collectors" by Lenore Wheeler Williams is a specialized guidebook aimed at collectors of historical glassware, specifically focusing on Sandwich glass produced in the early to mid-19th century. Written in the early 20th century, during the 1920s, this book serves as both a historical account and a technical res...

Authors: Böhlau, Helene, 1859-1940

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"Halbtier: Roman" by Helene Böhlau is a fictional novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against a backdrop of urban life, focusing on the experiences of Isolde, a seventeen-year-old girl, as well as her family dynamics. The narrative blends themes of youth, societal constraints, and a fascination with the macabre, suggest...

Authors: Newton, John, M.R.C.S.E.

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"Ancient Pagan and Modern Christian Symbolism" by Thomas Inman, M.D. and John Newton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the connections between pagan symbolism and Christian iconography, examining how ancient symbols have influenced modern religious practices and beliefs. The authors aim to illuminate the of...

Authors: Toreno, José María Queipo de Llano Ruiz de Saravia, Conde de, 1786-1843

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"Historia del levantamiento, guerra y revolución de España (5 de 5)" by Toreno is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work explores the complex events surrounding the Peninsular War, particularly focusing on the military confrontations, political maneuvers, and social impacts during Spain's struggle against French invasion a...