Authors: Ganghofer, Ludwig, 1855-1920

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By Jacob Brown

"Die stählerne Mauer: Reise zur deutschen Front, 1915, Zweiter Teil" by Ludwig Ganghofer is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides a vivid and personal perspective on the experiences and horrors of World War I, particularly from the viewpoint of the German front lines. It delves into themes of destruction, human s...

Authors: Renard, Jules, 1864-1910

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By Jacob Brown

"Coquecigrues" by Jules Renard is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories often reflect on themes of everyday life, human nature, and observations drawn from the ordinary events surrounding the characters, such as the interactions between an old man and soldiers or the peculiarities of family dynamics. Renard's w...

Authors: Fern, Fanny, 1811-1872

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By Jacob Brown

"The Play-Day Book: New Stories for Little Folks" by Fanny Fern is a collection of children's stories written in the mid-19th century. This charming anthology is designed to entertain and amuse young readers, featuring a variety of tales that engage with the experiences and emotions of childhood. The stories reflect themes familiar to children, inc...

Authors: Rose, Achilles, 1839-1916

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By Jacob Brown

"Napoleon's Campaign in Russia, Anno 1812; Medico-Historical" by Achilles Rose is a detailed historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the catastrophic Russian campaign led by Napoleon, highlighting both the military strategies and the significant medical and humanitarian consequences of the campaign for the soldiers i...

Authors: Walzel, Oskar F. (Oskar Franz), 1864-1944

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By Jacob Brown

"Deutsche Romantik: Eine Skizze" by Oskar F. Walzel is a scholarly exploration of German Romanticism written in the early 20th century. This treatise offers an analysis of the philosophical and cultural movements within the Romantic period, particularly focusing on various theorists and their contributions to literature and thought. Walzel aims to ...

Authors: Irving, Washington, 1783-1859

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By Jacob Brown

"Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada" by Washington Irving is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work chronicles the tumultuous events surrounding the fall of Granada, the last stronghold of the Moors in Spain, detailing battles, political intrigues, and cultural contrasts between Christians and Muslims during this significa...

Authors: Deloume, Antonin, 1836-1911

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By Jacob Brown

"Les manieurs d'argent à Rome jusqu'à l'Empire" by Antonin Deloume is a historical study written in the late 19th century. The work explores the role of financiers, specifically publicans and bankers, in the political and financial landscape of ancient Rome during the late Republic. Deloume argues that these financial actors significantly influence...

Authors: Russell, R. V. (Robert Vane), 1873-1915

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By Jacob Brown

"The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India, Volume 2" by R. V. Russell is a detailed ethnographic study written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive account of various tribes and castes in the Central Provinces of India, compiling information on their social structures, customs, occupations, and village life....

Authors: Junqueiro, Abílio Manuel Guerra, 1850-1923

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By Jacob Brown

"O Melro" by Abílio Manuel Guerra Junqueiro is a poetic fragment written in the late 19th century. This book captures the essence of nature and sorrow through the lens of a blackbird, highlighting themes of freedom, love, and the struggle against confinement. Through vivid imagery and emotive language, the poem reflects on the relationship between ...