Böcker av Katharine Prescott Wormeley

Découvrez l'univers captivant de La Comédie humaine de Balzac à travers cette édition qui inclut également Seraphita et The Alkahest. Avec une plume exceptionnelle, Balzac explore les moeurs de la société française du XIXème siècle et propose des personnages inoubliables. Une lecture essentielle pour tous les amateurs de littérature française.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Cette collection comprend plusieurs des romans les plus célèbres de Balzac, tels que Le Père Goriot et Le Contrat de mariage . Ces histoires sont des instantanés de la vie en France au XIXe siècle, décrivant la société, les moeurs et les passions de l'époque.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book collects the major works of Alphonse Daudet, one of the most important French writers of the nineteenth century. It includes classic novels such as 'Tartarin of Tarascon', 'The Nabob', and 'Fromont and Risler', as well as a selection of his short stories and plays. The book is introduced and edited by Charles de Kay, who provides valuable context and analysis of Daudet's work. Anyone interested in French literature or the cultural history of the nineteenth century will find this book to be an essential addition to their library.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Deputy of Arcis is a novel by the renowned French writer Honore de Balzac. First published in 1847, the book tells the story of a fraudulent election in a small town in France, and the complicated web of relationships that surrounds it. With its engaging characters and intricate plot, The Deputy of Arcis is considered one of Balzac's most gripping works.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Memoirs of Monsieur Claude Chief of Police Under the Second Empire is an essential source for anyone interested in 19th century French history and culture. Written by the legendary chief of the Parisian police force during the reign of Napoleon III, it provides a unique insight into the workings of the French criminal justice system and the social and political climate of the time. The book is full of fascinating characters, including prostitutes, anarchists, and aristocrats, and is a gripping tale of adventure and intrigue.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.