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Katharine Prescott Wormeley

    Katherine Prescott Wormeley was a pivotal American translator of French literary works. Her expertise lay in rendering seminal French texts into English, thereby making their profound ideas accessible to a wider audience. Wormeley distinguished herself through her skill in capturing the spirit of the original while ensuring clarity for English-speaking readers. Her translations significantly enriched the English literary landscape with French classics.

    Rise and Fall of Cesar Birotteau
    Sons of the Soil
    Les Compagnons De Jehu
    The Marriage Contract
    Physiologie Du Mariage, Ou Méditations De Philosophie Éclectique Sur Le Bonheur Et Le Malheur Conjugal
    The other side of war; with the Army of the Potomac. Letters from the headquarters of the United States Sanitary Commission during the Peninsular Campaign in Virginia in 1862
    • 2023

      The Works of Alphonse Daudet; Volume 5

      • 268 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      This book collects the major works of Alphonse Daudet, one of the most important French writers of the nineteenth century. It includes classic novels such as 'Tartarin of Tarascon', 'The Nabob', and 'Fromont and Risler', as well as a selection of his short stories and plays. The book is introduced and edited by Charles de Kay, who provides valuable context and analysis of Daudet's work. Anyone interested in French literature or the cultural history of the nineteenth century will find this book to be an essential addition to their library.

      The Works of Alphonse Daudet; Volume 5
    • 2023
    • 2023

      The Plays of Molière; Volume 3

      • 362 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      This volume contains plays by the French playwright Molière, including The School for Wives and Tartuffe. With his witty and satirical works, Molière is considered one of the greatest masters of comedy in Western literature. The translation of the plays is by Katharine Prescott Wormeley.

      The Plays of Molière; Volume 3
    • 2023

      The Chouans

      • 398 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set during the French Revolution, 'The Chouans' follows the story of a group of royalists who rebel against the revolutionary government. Filled with romance, intrigue, and adventure, this historical novel is a must-read for fans of the genre.

      The Chouans
    • 2023

      Sons of the Soil

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The TREDITION CLASSICS series aims to revive and make public domain literature accessible in print format globally. Driven by a passion for literature, the creators focus on preserving great works that never lose their relevance. A portion of proceeds from each sale supports various non-profit literature projects, reinforcing the mission to prevent these literary treasures from fading into obscurity. By choosing a TREDITION CLASSICS book, readers contribute to the preservation of significant works of world literature.

      Sons of the Soil
    • 2023

      The significance of this work lies in its enduring relevance throughout history. To preserve it for future generations, it has been carefully retyped, redesigned, and reformatted into a contemporary edition. This ensures that the text remains clear and readable, distinguishing it from traditional scanned copies.

      Paz (La Fausse Maitresse)
    • 2022
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