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Jules Goncourt

    Uno scrittore francese che pubblicò in collaborazione con suo fratello, Edmond. La loro opera collettiva approfondisce le intricate dinamiche delle relazioni umane e la psicologia dei personaggi con eccezionale precisione. I fratelli Goncourt sono celebrati per le loro acute osservazioni e le dettagliate rappresentazioni delle correnti sociali della loro epoca. Il loro stile letterario è caratterizzato da una cattura impressionistica degli stati d'animo e dell'atmosfera.

    Jules Goncourt
    Les Actrices
    Love in the Eighteenth Century
    Sister Philomène
    Germinie Lacerteux
    Renée Mauperin
    Ritratti: Madame du Barry
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      Renée Mauperin
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      Germinie Lacerteux
    • Sister Philomène

      • 304pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Set in 19th century France, this novel by renowned authors Edmond and Jules de Goncourt is a powerful exploration of faith, love, and sacrifice. Based on a true story, Sister Philomène follows the life of a nun who becomes the unwitting victim of a medical marvel gone wrong. With poignant prose and nuanced characters, this book is a timeless masterpiece of French literature.

      Sister Philomène
    • Love in the Eighteenth Century

      • 262pagine
      • 10 ore di lettura

      This classic French novel depicts the passionate and tumultuous love affair between a young aristocrat and a beautiful courtesan in the late 18th century. Combining vivid and sensuous descriptions of aristocratic life, fashion, and art with a frank and insightful exploration of sexual desire and morality, 'Love in the Eighteenth Century' is a timeless and provocative masterpiece of French literature.

      Love in the Eighteenth Century
    • Les Actrices

      • 76pagine
      • 3 ore di lettura

      Les Actrices is a fascinating look at the world of theater and the women who graced its stages in the late 19th century. Written by brothers Edmond and Jules de Goncourt, this book provides insight into the lives and careers of some of the most famous actresses of the era. From their on-stage performances to their off-stage scandals, the de Goncourt brothers provide a detailed and colorful account of these women and their place in French society.

      Les Actrices
    • The Woman of the Eighteenth Century

      Her Life, from Birth to Death, Her Love and Her Philosophy in the Worlds of Salon, Shop and Street

      • 382pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      Focusing on the experiences of women in Eighteenth Century France, this historical account combines evidence from paintings and memoirs to reveal the realities behind the images. The Goncourt brothers, known for their social histories and critiques, provide detailed portraits of women across different social classes—upper, middle, and working. This translation of their work is one of the earliest explorations of women's lives during this period, offering intimate insights into their roles and experiences in society.

      The Woman of the Eighteenth Century
    • Discover the scandalous life of one of France's most infamous women. Madame Du Barry was a mistress to King Louis XV and a fixture of the pre-revolutionary court. In this comprehensive biography, the Goncourt brothers explore her life and legacy, from her humble beginnings to her tragic end. With meticulous research and engaging prose, this book will captivate anyone interested in French history and culture.

      Madame Du Barry,