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La Novela Picaresca by Federico Ruiz Morcuende
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In Nutrition
By David Davis
"La Novela Picaresca" by Federico Ruiz Morcuende is a literary anthology likely compiled in the early 20th century. This collection delves into the picaresque genre, with an emphasis on the character Lázaro de Tormes, who recounts his life from his humble beginnings to his complex interactions with various masters, showcasing the themes of survival...
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Les Précurseurs by Romain Rolland
Authors: Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944
In Fitness
By David Davis
"Les Précurseurs" by Romain Rolland is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century, particularly during the tumultuous years surrounding World War I. The work serves as a tribute to courageous individuals from various nations who have maintained their intellectual freedom and commitment to internationalism amidst the chaos of war and t...
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The Marching Morons by C. M. Kornbluth
Authors: Kornbluth, C. M. (Cyril M.), 1923-1958
In Health
By David Davis
"The Marching Morons" by C. M. Kornbluth is a science fiction story published in 1951. A con artist from 1988 awakens in a dystopian future where unintelligent people vastly outnumber a small elite class struggling to maintain civilization. Facing catastrophic overpopulation, the elite ask him to solve their crisis. Drawing on his shady past, he de...
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Sämtliche Werke 14 : Arme Leute; Der Doppelgänger : Zwei Romane by Dostoyevsky
Authors: Dostoyevsky, Fyodor, 1821-1881
In Fitness
By David Davis
"Arme Leute" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story unfolds through a series of letters exchanged between Makar Alexejewitsch Djewuschkin and Warwara Alexejewna Dobrosseloff, two impoverished individuals navigating the struggles of life in St. Petersburg. This poignant epistolary tale explores themes of love, ...
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Adriana Zumarán (novela) by Carlos Alberto Leumann
Authors: Leumann, Carlos Alberto, 1887-
In Wellness
By David Davis
"Adriana Zumarán" by Carlos Alberto Leumann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the protagonist, Adriana, who grapples with the emotional aftermath of her father's mysterious death, believed to be a suicide, and explores her complex relationships with family and friends. As she navigates her feelings of love a...
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The Circus Procession by Unknown
Authors: Unknown
In Health
By David Davis
"The Circus Procession" by Unknown is a children's picture book composed of verse and illustrations, likely crafted during the late 19th century. It features whimsical imagery of a circus procession, capturing the enchanting atmosphere of a carnival with its lively characters and colorful performances. The text serves as a playful accompaniment to ...
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Auf Schneeschuhen durch Grönland. Zweiter Band by Fridtjof Nansen
Authors: Nansen, Fridtjof, 1861-1930
In Nutrition
By David Davis
"Auf Schneeschuhen durch Grönland. Zweiter Band" by Fridtjof Nansen is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work details the author's exploration of Greenland's inland ice, recounting the challenges and experiences of his expedition team as they traverse this harsh and remote landscape. Nansen's narrative likely features t...
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Kentaurenliebe. Die Toteninsel : Zwei antike Novellen by Richard Voss
Authors: Voss, Richard, 1851-1918
In Nutrition
By David Davis
"Kentaurenliebe. Die Toteninsel: Zwei antike Novellen" by Richard Voß is a collection of two fictional novellas likely written in the late 19th century. The stories are set against a backdrop of ancient Rome, intertwining themes of myth, love, and the supernatural, where gods and mortals explore the complexities of affection and existence. The prim...
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Führende Denker: Geschichtliche Einleitung in die Philosophie by Jonas Cohn
Authors: Cohn, Jonas, 1869-1947
In Health
By David Davis
"Führende Denker: Geschichtliche Einleitung in die Philosophie" by Jonas Cohn is a philosophical text written in the early 20th century. The book serves as an introduction to the key figures and concepts in Western philosophy, detailing the development of philosophical thought through notable philosophers such as Socrates, Plato, Descartes, and Kan...