Authors: Pereda, José María de, 1833-1906

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By Abil Kile

"Escenas Montañesas" by José María de Pereda is a collection of narratives likely written during the late 19th century. The work encompasses a series of portrayals that explore the lives, culture, and customs of the people in the Cantabria region of Spain, showcasing the contrast between rural life and the encroaching modernity of urban settings. T...

Authors: Twain, Mark, 1835-1910

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By Abil Kile

"Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc — Volume 1" by Mark Twain is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The narrative presents itself as a first-person account by Louis de Conte, the page and secretary of Joan of Arc, recounting her extraordinary life and pivotal role in the Hundred Years' War. The book explores the unique an...

Authors: Dubus, Édouard, 1863-1894

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By Abil Kile

"Les vrais sous-offs: Réponse à M. Descaves" by Georges Darien and Édouard Dubus is a polemical work written in the late 19th century. This book takes the form of a critique and defense against the negative portrayal of sous-officiers (non-commissioned officers) in the military depicted in Lucien Descaves's novel "Sous-Offs." It addresses issues of...

Authors: Various

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By Abil Kile

"L'Illustration, No. 3264, 16 Septembre 1905" by Various is a historical publication from the early 20th century. This issue of the magazine features a variety of articles, illustrations, and reports on contemporary events, cultural activities, and societal issues, reflecting the interests and concerns of the time. The content of this issue covers ...

Authors: Lozano, Pedro, 1697-1752

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"Diario de un viage a la costa de la mar Magallanica" by Pedro Lozano is a historical account written in the early 19th century, specifically published in 1836 but documenting an expedition from 1745. The book chronicles the Jesuit expedition initiated by the Spanish crown to explore the coast of what is now known as the Patagonia region, aimed at ...

Authors: Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930

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"Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection of detective stories written in the late 19th century. The book features the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his friend Dr. John Watson, as they tackle a series of intriguing cases filled with mysteries and clever deductions. This collection solidified Holmes' reputation as ...

Authors: Sargent, Lucius M. (Lucius Manlius), 1786-1867

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By Abil Kile

"Dealings with the Dead, Volume 2" by Lucius M. Sargent is a collection of musings and anecdotes reflecting on mortality, society, and the customs surrounding death, written in the mid-19th century. It presents a unique narrative voice, characterized by wit and a keen observation of societal norms related to remembrance and burial practices, partic...

Authors: Andree, Richard, 1835-1912

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"Die Metalle bei den Naturvölkern: Mit Berücksichtigung prähistorischer Verhältnisse" by Richard Andree is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work examines the use and development of metals among so-called "primitive peoples," with a strong focus on the ethnographic and cultural-historical aspects, and pays particular a...

Authors: Veber, Pierre, 1869-1942

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By Abil Kile