Contes de lundi by Alphonse Daudet
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Daudet, Alphonse, 1840-1897
French
"Contes de lundi" by Alphonse Daudet is a collection of short stories published in 1873. Inspired by the Franco-Prussian War, these tales paint realistic portraits of life during that turbulent period: Parisians enduring hardship, the Paris Commune uprising, and brutal government repression. The most famous story, "La Dernière Classe," captures the...
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Kenneth Anderson
3 months agoTihs download was worth it since the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
Kevin Hill
2 weeks agoFrom a technical perspective, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. An excellent read overall.
Joseph White
1 month agoI was genuinely impressed since the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. I have no regrets downloading this.
Nancy Roberts
1 month agoA fantastic discovery, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. Highly recommended for everyone.
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James Anderson
3 months agoFrom a reader’s standpoint, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. Truly inspiring.