Fromont and Risler, Volume IV

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Focusing on Alphonse Daudet's literary journey, his early works, including the poetry collection Les Amoureuses, paved the way for his recognition as a promising writer. His 1866 work, Lettres de Mon Moulin, garnered significant attention, showcasing his connection to Provence. Although his first longer novel, Le Petit Chose, published in 1868, did not achieve immediate popularity, it poignantly reflects his own youth, characterized by grace and emotional depth. Daudet's evolution as a writer highlights his contributions to French literature.