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Edmond de Goncourt

    May 26, 1822 – July 16, 1896

    Edmond de Goncourt was a French writer and the founder of the Académie Goncourt. His work encompassed literary and art criticism, delving into the analysis of art and literature. Goncourt was a significant figure in French literary circles, influencing the direction of critical thought in his era. His legacy endures through the prestigious literary prize that bears his name.

    Sister Philomène
    The Confidantes Of A King: The Mistresses Of Louis Xv; Volume 1
    Germinie Lacerteux
    Renée Mauperin
    Hokusai
    Pages From The Goncourt Journals
    • 2023

      Sister Philomène

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set in 19th century France, this novel by renowned authors Edmond and Jules de Goncourt is a powerful exploration of faith, love, and sacrifice. Based on a true story, Sister Philomène follows the life of a nun who becomes the unwitting victim of a medical marvel gone wrong. With poignant prose and nuanced characters, this book is a timeless masterpiece of French literature.

      Sister Philomène
    • 2023

      Love in the Eighteenth Century

      • 262 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      This classic French novel depicts the passionate and tumultuous love affair between a young aristocrat and a beautiful courtesan in the late 18th century. Combining vivid and sensuous descriptions of aristocratic life, fashion, and art with a frank and insightful exploration of sexual desire and morality, 'Love in the Eighteenth Century' is a timeless and provocative masterpiece of French literature.

      Love in the Eighteenth Century
    • 2023

      Les Actrices

      • 76 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Les Actrices is a fascinating look at the world of theater and the women who graced its stages in the late 19th century. Written by brothers Edmond and Jules de Goncourt, this book provides insight into the lives and careers of some of the most famous actresses of the era. From their on-stage performances to their off-stage scandals, the de Goncourt brothers provide a detailed and colorful account of these women and their place in French society.

      Les Actrices
    • 2023

      This fascinating book delves into the hidden world of Louis XV's mistresses, drawing on previously unpublished letters and documents. It sheds light on the lives of these powerful women and provides a unique perspective on the court of Versailles in the 18th century.

      Les Maîtresses de Louis XV: Lettres et Documents Inédit
    • 2023
    • 2022
    • 2017

      Die Brüder Zemganno

      Ein Zirkusroman

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Edmond de Goncourt: Die Brüder Zemganno. Ein Zirkusroman Les Frères Zemganno. Erstdruck: 1879. Hier in der Übersetzung von Friedrich von Oppeln-Bronikowski, Berlin, Buchverlag fürs Deutsche Haus, 1909. Neuausgabe. Herausgegeben von Karl-Maria Guth. Berlin 2017. Umschlaggestaltung von Thomas Schultz-Overhage unter Verwendung des Bildes: James Jacques Joseph Tissot: Frauen von Paris: Die Zirkusliebhaber, 1885. Gesetzt aus der Minion Pro, 11 pt.

      Die Brüder Zemganno