Authors: Montblanc, Charles, comte de, 1833-1894

In Adventure

By Cynthia Morris

"Le Japon en 1866" by comte de Charles Montblanc is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book examines Japan's intricate relationship with Western nations during a period of significant political and cultural transformation. It emphasizes the vital importance of Japan's position as a point of interest for Europe, particularly r...

Authors: Weber, Ernst, 1873-1948

In Mystery

By Cynthia Morris

"Der Weg zur Zeichenkunst" by Ernst Weber is a guide to theoretical and practical self-education in drawing, written in the early 20th century. The work aims to provide insights and processes for individuals who wish to cultivate their drawing skills, particularly for those lacking formal instruction. The primary focus is on the development of arti...

Authors: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321

In Philosophy

By Cynthia Morris

"The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Purgatory, Complete by Dante Alighieri" is the second part of Dante's Divine Comedy written in the early 14th century. Guided by the Roman poet Virgil, Dante ascends Mount Purgatory, an island-mountain where penitent souls climb seven terraces of suffering and spiritual growth. The journey explores sin's na...

Authors: Urbina, Luis G. (Luis Gonzaga), 1864-1934

In Historical Fiction

By Cynthia Morris

"Estampas de viaje: España en los días de la guerra" by Luis G. Urbina is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book recounts Urbina's personal reflections and experiences as a correspondent for a Cuban newspaper during his visit to Spain in the midst of World War I. It captures his observations of the Spanish culture, landscape...

Authors: Lecomte du Noüy, Hermine Oudinot, 1854-1915

In Mystery

By Cynthia Morris

"Maudit soit l'Amour!" by Hermine Oudinot Lecomte du Noüy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to Magdeleine de Presles, a complex and elegant woman grappling with the disillusionment of marriage to a successful composer, Leprince-Mirbel, who has strayed into infidelity. As she navigates her relationships with ...

Authors: Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893

In Philosophy

By Cynthia Morris

"Du suffrage universel et de la manière de voter" by Hippolyte Taine is a political treatise written in the early 1870s, during the post-Franco-Prussian War period in France. The book explores the principles and practicalities of universal suffrage and the voting process, arguing for a thoughtful approach to democracy that accommodates the intellec...

Authors: Robida, Albert, 1848-1926

In Adventure

By Cynthia Morris

"Paris de siècle en siècle: Le Cœur de Paris — Splendeurs et souvenirs" by Robida is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the evolution of Paris from its ancient roots to contemporary times, reflecting on the significant historical events, cultural transformations, and architectural changes that have shaped the c...

Authors: Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928

In Historical Fiction

By Cynthia Morris

"Entre naranjos" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a novel published in 1900. Rafael, the cultured son of a corrupt politician in the Valencian town of Alcira, inherits his family's orange business and political career. Unlike his ruthless father, Rafael is honorable and successful in both ventures. His happiness lies not in achievement but in his love f...

Authors: Leadbeater, C. W. (Charles Webster), 1854-1934

In Historical Fiction

By Cynthia Morris

"Thought-Forms" by Annie Besant and C. W. Leadbeater is a theosophical book published in 1905. The authors claim to record clairvoyant observations of how thoughts, emotions, and experiences manifest as visible forms in subtle matter. Through color illustrations, they present their system linking specific colors, shapes, and outlines to different m...