Authors: Chaucer, Geoffrey, 1343?-1400

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By Jennifer King

"Chaucer's Works, Volume 1 — Romaunt of the Rose; Minor Poems" by Geoffrey Chaucer is a historical collection of classic poetry written in the 14th century. This volume includes the "Romaunt of the Rose," a significant work in the tradition of courtly love poetry, along with a selection of Chaucer's minor poems, showcasing his poetic versatility an...

Authors: Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832

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By Jennifer King

"Erotica Romana" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a collection of 24 elegiac poems written during the late 18th century. The work draws inspiration from classical Roman poets such as Tibullus and Catullus, exploring themes of love, desire, and beauty within the scenic backdrop of Rome. The text is characterized by a sensuous and introspective tone,...

Authors: Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933

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By Jennifer King

"The Forsyte Saga, Volume III" by John Galsworthy is a novel written in the early 20th century. This installment continues to explore the complexities of the Forsyte family, a middle-class clan representative of the changing societal values in early 1900s England. The narrative follows various characters, particularly focusing on the evolving dynam...

Authors: Lugones, Leopoldo, 1874-1938

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By Jennifer King

"El Payador, Vol. I" by Leopoldo Lugones is a work of non-fiction likely written in the early 20th century. This text serves to explore the essence of Argentine folklore, focusing specifically on the significance of the "payador," a type of traditional poet and singer, in shaping the identity of the Argentine people. It delves into the historical, ...

Authors: Austen, Jane, 1775-1817

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By Jennifer King

"Persuasion" by Jane Austen is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story centers around Anne Elliot, a woman in her late twenties who reflects on her past relationship with Captain Frederick Wentworth, a naval officer whose ambitions and success in life were thwarted when Anne was persuaded to reject him years earlier. The narrative expl...

Authors: Leskov, N. S. (Nikolai Semenovich), 1831-1895

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By Jennifer King

"Der versiegelte Engel, und andere Geschichten" by N. S. Leskov is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work delves into Russian life and culture, particularly focusing on themes of faith, identity, and the societal dynamics among different groups. The opening tale, "Der versiegelte Engel," introduces characters from...

Authors: Gogol, Nikolai Vasilevich, 1809-1852

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By Jennifer King

"The Mantle and Other Stories" by Nikolai Vasilevich Gogol is a collection of short stories written in the early 19th century. The stories often revolve around the absurdities of life in Russian society, employing satire and humor to critique characters and their follies. One of the central characters is Akaki Akakievitch, a titular councillor whos...

Authors: Herodotus, 481? BCE-421? BCE

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By Jennifer King

"The History of Herodotus — Volume 1" by Herodotus is a historical account written in the 5th century BC. This foundational text explores the events leading up to and including the Greco-Persian Wars, emphasizing the interactions and conflicts between various civilizations, particularly the Hellenes (Greeks) and the Barbarians (non-Greeks). Herodot...

Authors: Jammes, Francis, 1868-1938

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By Jennifer King

"Cloches pour deux mariages: le mariage basque; le mariage de raison" by Francis Jammes is a prose work that seems likely to have been written in the early 20th century. This narrative explores themes centered around love, tradition, and the complexities of relationships within the Basque culture, focusing specifically on the characters Manech and ...