Dix contes modernes des meilleurs auteurs du jour by Paul Arène et al.

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Editor Potter, Henry Austin, 1869-
Author Arène, Paul, 1843-1896
Author Daudet, Alphonse, 1840-1897
Author Daudet, Ernest, 1837-1921
Author Forge, Henry de
Author Laut, Ernest
Author Maupassant, Guy de, 1850-1893
Author Montjoyeux, 1851-
Author Nion, François de, 1854-1923
Author Normand, Jacques, 1848-1931
Author Rébrac, Jean du
Title Dix contes modernes des meilleurs auteurs du jour
Contents L'aventure de Walter Schnaffs / Guy de Maupassant -- L'oncle Sambuq / Paul Arène -- L'histoire la plus drôle / Jacques Normand -- La charge des morts / Henry de Forge -- Le petit homme rouge / François de Nion -- La bataille de Froeschwiller / Ernest Daudet -- Le mauvais Zouave / Alphonse Daudet -- Un mariage / Ernest Laut -- Pour le ruban / Montjoyeux -- Parole d'honneur / Jean du Rébrac.
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Summary "Dix contes modernes des meilleurs auteurs du jour" edited by H. A. Potter is a collection of short stories likely written in the late 19th century. This anthology features works by prominent French authors of the time, designed to provide an accessible approach to the French language for learners and students. The stories range in theme and style, possibly exploring various aspects of human experience and culture, showcasing the beauty and complexity of the French language. The beginning of the collection opens with "L'aventure de Walter Schnaffs" by Guy de Maupassant, introducing a central character who is a rather unwieldy Prussian soldier. Walter Schnaffs is depicted as a timid and phobic individual, deeply concerned about the well-being of his family back home while grappling with the horrors of war. As he finds himself isolated and frightened during a reconnaissance mission, he devises a plan to surrender to the enemy to escape the battle's terrifying realities. The story sets a tone of dark humor interlaced with poignant commentary on fear and survival in wartime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French language -- Readers
Subject French fiction
Subject Short stories, French
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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