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  • The King of the Mountains

    by Edmond About ...
    "The King of the Mountains", a French humour classic by Edmond About, appeared in 1856, when he was twenty-eight.The scene is laid in and near contemporary Athens. The story is an animated and delightfully humorous account of the adventures befalling two English ladies and a young German scientist, who are captured and held for ransom by the redoubtable Hadgi-Stavros, king of the brigands. ... Read more

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  • The Roman Question

    by Edmond About ...
    "The Roman Question" by Edmond About is a thought-provoking exploration of the political and social dynamics surrounding the Papal States during the 19th century. Through a blend of satire and keen observation, About critiques the influence of the Catholic Church on Italian politics and society. His narrative delves into the complexities of the Roman Question, which revolved around the legitimacy ... Read more

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  • The King of the Mountains

    by Edmond About ...
    " The novel is set in the Balkans and follows the story of two travelers, Michel and Olivier, who become embroiled in the politics and power struggles of the region.The central character of the novel is a mysterious and feared bandit known as "the King of the Mountains." He commands a band of loyal followers and is feared by the local authorities and inhabitants alike. Michel and Olivier, two ... Read more

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  • Tales of Corruption: A 12-Book Collection

    The King of the Mountains, Satan's Invisible World Displayed, The History of Tammany Hall, etc.

    by W. A. Wilkins, Edmond About, W. T. Stead, Gustavus Myers, L. O. Curon, Alphonse Daudet, Robert Holloway, Robert O. Harland, Emily Sarah Holt, Charles Baudelaire ...
    Tales of Corruption: A 12-Book Collection brings together an extraordinary diversity of literary styles and themes, encapsulating an era characterized by moral ambiguity and ethical dilemmas. The anthology traverses genres and moods, from the haunting elegance of symbolism to the sharpness of social critique, showcasing an array of narratives centered around the perpetual tension between integrity ... Read more

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  • The Man With The Broken Ear

    by Edmond About ...
    "The Man With The Broken Ear" tells the story of a man named Jean-Pierre Feydeau, who accidentally gets his ear broken during a street brawl. Feydeau, trying to recover his lost ear, embarks on a series of misadventures, encounters various characters, and becomes entangled in political intrigues and romantic entanglements.Edmond About's writing style in "The Man With The Broken Ear" is ... Read more

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  • The King of the Mountains

    by Edmond About ...
    Herman Shultz is sent to Greece to collect samples for the London Botanical Society. Once there he learns about a group of thieves that work under The Mountain King, Hadgi Stavros. ... Read more

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  • The Man with the Broken Ear

    by Edmond About ...
    The good news you sent us from St. Petersburg caused us the greatest joy. Your poor mother had been ailing since winter, but I had not spoken to you about it from fear of making you uneasy while so far from home. As for myself, I had not been very well; and there was yet a third person (guess the name if you can!) who was languishing from not seeing you. But content yourself, my dear Leon: we have ... Read more

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  • The Roman Question

    by Edmond About ...
    Translated by Henry C. Coape ...
    In "The Roman Question," Edmond About explores the complex dynamics of the Italian Papal States and the lingering influence of the Vatican following the unification of Italy in the 19th century. Written in a satirical yet incisive style, the book deftly blends historical analysis with sharp wit, uncovering the myriad political and cultural tensions surrounding the Papacy's temporal power. About's ... Read more

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  • The King of the Mountains

    A Tale of Outlaws, Power, and Justice in the French Alps

    by Edmond About ...
    Translated by Carlton A. Mrs. Kingsbury ...
    In "The King of the Mountains," Edmond About masterfully intertwines elements of adventure, social commentary, and political intrigue. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque yet treacherous mountains of Albania, the narrative follows the journey of an unsuspecting protagonist who becomes embroiled in local conflicts and power struggles. About'Äôs vivid prose and keen observations reflect the ... Read more

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  • The Man With The Broken Ear

    by Edmond About ...
    Published in 1867, "The Man With The Broken Ear" was written by French novelist, publicist, and journalist, Edmond About.In 1859 Renault comes back home after spending 3 years in the mines in Russia. He brings back a mummy of Colonel Fougas from 1813. The mummy will be resurrected and the colonel is 24 years old when he wakes up. He does not understand France anymore... ... Read more

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  • The Roman Question

    Navigating the Power Struggles of Rome: A Tale of Politics, Religion, and Intrigue in the Mid-19th Century

    by Edmond About ...
    Translated by Henry C. Coape ...
    In "The Roman Question," Edmond About masterfully unravels the complex political and social tapestry surrounding the Vatican's temporal power through a blend of incisive critique and engaging narrative. Written in the mid-19th century, this work explores the contentious relationship between the Papacy and the modernizing forces in Italy, particularly during the turbulent years leading to the ... Read more

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  • The Man With The Broken Ear

    by Edmond About ...
    Edmond François Valentin About (14 February 1828 – 16 January 1885) was a French novelist, publicist and journalist. ... Read more

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