| Author |
Villiers de L'Isle-Adam, Auguste, comte de, 1838-1889 |
| Title |
Histoires insolites
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Les Plagiaires de la foudre -- La Céleste Aventure -- Un singulier chelem -- Le jeu des grâces -- Le Secret de la belle Ardiane -- L'Héroïsme du docteur Hallidonhill -- Les Phantasmes de M. Redoux -- Ce Mahoin! -- La Maison du bonheur -- Les Amants de Tolède -- Le Sadisme anglais -- La Légende moderne -- Le Navigateur sauvage -- Aux Chrétiens les lions -- L'Agrément inattendu -- Une entrevue a Solesmes -- Les Délices d'une bonne oeuvre -- L'Inquiéteur -- Conte de fin d'été -- L'Etna chez soi.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Histoires Insolites" by Comte de Auguste Villiers de L'Isle-Adam is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book showcases a range of whimsical and bizarre tales that explore themes of nature, humanity, and morality, often with an allegorical twist. Each story presents unique characters and scenarios that delve into the nuances of the human experience, offering readers a captivating blend of fantasy and philosophical reflection. The opening portion of "Histoires Insolites" introduces a fantastical island inhabited by colorful parrots that mimic the sounds of storms but neglect the lightning and thunder that accompany them. These birds create an oppressive atmosphere for the other animals, who retreat in fear of the incessant noise. As the parrots boast their talents, the ecosystem suffers until a violent cyclone strikes, ultimately leading to the downfall of the disruptive parrots. This introductory tale sets the stage for the collection, hinting at a deeper commentary on behavior and consequences in a richly imaginative world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Fantasy fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories, French
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| Subject |
French fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
48781 |
| Release Date |
Apr 24, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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