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"100 Quotes by Jean Racine" uncovers one of the greatest playwrights of 17th-century France. Famous for the works of "Phèdre", "Andromaque", and "Athalie", Racine’s writings are renowned for their beauty, elegance, and style. Peppered with psychological insight, his quotes invite readers to peek behind the scenes at one of Europe’s most celebrated dramatists - and thinkers - of the age. An ideal book for dipping in and out of, these quotes will provide any reader with food for thought and the tools with which to spark an interesting conversation.

"100 Quotes by Molière" is a compendium of thoughts and observations by one of the greatest minds of 17th-century France. Often witty, sometimes sharp, and occasionally touching, readers will find themselves getting a sneak peek inside Molière’s mind. A superb read, "100 Quotes by Molière" is ideal for those with an interest in theatre and a wonderful book for dipping in and out of. One of France’s greatest dramatists, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (1622 – 1673), better known by his stage name, Molière, was born in Paris.

"100 Quotes by Pierre Corneille" is a collection of thoughts, witticisms, and observations from one of France’s greatest playwrights. With Corneille’s sharp mind taking centre stage, there are plenty of quotes worth committing to memory. Those familiar with his works will spot lines from his plays, making this a great read for fans of Corneille’s. A welcome addition to any book collection, it’s ideal for dipping in and out of. Considered to be the founder of French tragedy, Pierre Corneille (1606 – 1684) was born in Normandy.

"100 Quotes by Paul Valéry" is a collection of thoughts, witticisms, and observations by one of France’s greatest poets. Packed with dry, pithy, and often-touching sayings about subjects such as art, music, letters, and writing, it puts his singular approach to life, front and centre. A superb book for a leisurely browse, this is a welcome addition to any library or coffee table. Although born in Sète, Paul Valéry (1871 – 1945) was raised and educated in Montpellier.

Forerunner to the renowned operas, The Figaro Plays by Pierre Augustin Caron De Beaumarchais are a celebration of how intelligence and wit can bring any servant level with their aristocratic masters. Considered scandalous in their time, the plays went on to be adapted by Rossini (The Barber of Seville) and Mozart (The Marriage of Figaro) to become some of the most popular and acclaimed operas of all time. These original plays show us the stories behind these popular operas.

Jean Valjean is one of society's victims. A poor but honest peasant, he is caught stealing a loaf of bread to feed his sister's starving family and is sent to prison. By the time of his eventual release, he has become a hardened criminal, but his friendship with the saintly Monseigneur Bienvenu gives him another chance at life. This new, respectable life is precarious, for Valjean is still sought by the law, in the person of the implacable Inspector Javert.

At once a careful contemplation Proust's masterwork and an exploration of the rich sensory and impressionistic tapestry of a lived world, Living and Dying with Marcel Proust addresses such disparate Proustian obsessions as insomnia, food, digestion, color, addiction, memory, breath and breathing, breasts, snobbism, music, and humor.

This collection was published posthumously in 1869 under the title of Petits Poèmes En Prose, but is also known as Le Spleen de Paris. A prime influence was Gaspard de la Nuit, the prose poem collection by Aloysius Bertrand. Baudelaire described these short pieces as experiments, and also "confessions." The poet was seeking to create "the miracle of a poetic prose, musical without rhythm and without rhyme, subtle and staccato enough to follow the lyric motions of the soul, the wavering outlines of meditation, the sudden starts of the conscience."

The Reveries of the Solitary Walker was one of the last works written by the French philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778) and was, in fact, not quite complete. It was published four years after his death and came quickly to be regarded as one of his most poetic works. It consists of 10 Walks (only the final ‘Walk’ was unfinished) during which he muses on a variety of topics including thoughts on issues which featured strongly in his notable life as a philosopher and commentator, including education and political philosophy.

空家で真夜中に盗みをはたらく主人公。暗闇の中、じっとして瞬きもせず睨みつけてくる老人がいた。彼は死に物狂いになった獣のように、ナイフを振り上げては老人に突き刺す。

真実が語られることにより、それぞれが自責の念に取りつかれていく検事達の物語。

乞食は、坂道で出会った荷馬車を引く男を助けたい一心で助けを求めに行くが、つれなく追い返される。

一人では育てられない赤ん坊を保育院に任せようとする若い母親を描いた作品

めずらしい事件や突発の災難、珍事を見物するのが好きだという変わった道楽をもつ男。今度この男が興味をもったのは、きわどいはなれわざで観客を魅了する自転車曲芸団だった。

二人の乞食の間に生まれる優しさと、その先に待ち受ける容赦のない真実を描いたモーリスルヴェル原作の短編小説。

不貞をはたらいた嫁と主人にした作男の復讐。ジャン・マデックは地主の下で働く作男であった。

殺人容疑で尋問を受けている男は、殺された女も凶器のナイフも見たことが無いと言って頑なに罪を認めない。

お互いの信用を失った男と女房のひりひりするような修羅場。そしてこのうちの子どもは、その証拠とも言えるほど、よその男によく似た面影を持っていた――。

ある日フランソアズは、新聞で倅が逮捕されたという記事を読みぎょっとした。

アルトヴェルという猟師とその夫人の間でおこる、人間の内なる狂気を描いたモーリスルヴェルの短編小説。