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  • The Barber of Paris

    by Charles Paul de Kock ...
    UPON a certain evening in the month of December, of the year one thousand six hundred and thirty-two, a man walked at a rapid pace down the Rue Saint-Honoré and directed his steps towards the Rue Bourdonnais. The individual appeared to be forty years old or thereabouts; he was tall as to his figure and sufficiently good-looking as to his face; the expression of the latter, however, was rather ... Read more

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  • Monsieur Cherami

    by Paul de Kock ...
    "Monsieur Cherami" follows the story of a Parisian middle-class man named Monsieur Cherami. The novel revolves around Monsieur Cherami's romantic pursuits and social interactions within Parisian society. Cherami is portrayed as a charming and witty character who often finds himself in humorous and sometimes scandalous situations.As Monsieur Cherami navigates the complexities of romance and society ... Read more

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  • The Barber of Paris

    by Paul de Kock ...
    Humor and Satire: De Kock's novel is known for its comedic elements and satirical portrayal of Parisian life, offering readers a light-hearted and entertaining narrative.Social Commentary: Through the character of Barbemuche and his interactions with others, de Kock provides insights into the social dynamics, customs, and values of early 19th-century Paris.Characterization: The novel features ... Read more

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  • Monsieur Cherami

    by Paul de Kock ...
    Translated by George Burnham Ives ...
    In "Monsieur Cherami," Paul de Kock masterfully weaves a narrative infused with humor and social commentary, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of early 19th-century French society. The novel utilizes a light, conversational prose style that often dips into satire, allowing de Kock to explore themes of love, class disparity, and the nuances of Parisian life. Set against the backdrop ... Read more

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  • Monsieur Cherami

    Capturing the Essence of French Society: A Charming 19th Century Satirical Romp

    by Paul de Kock ...
    Translated by George Burnham Ives ...
    In "Monsieur Cherami," Paul de Kock crafts a captivating narrative that intertwines romance, social commentary, and wit, set against the backdrop of early 19th-century France. With his characteristic charm and attention to detail, de Kock delves into the lives of ordinary Parisians, portraying their hopes, dreams, and disillusionments through vibrant characterizations and humor-laden dialogues. ... Read more

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  • Polite Society & Impolite Thoughts – 4 Classic Satire Studies

    Enriched edition. Samantha Among the Brethren, Denry the Audacious, Lord Arthur Savile's Crime, Monsieur Cherami

    by Marietta Holley, Arnold Bennett, Oscar Wilde, Paul de Kock, Eden Blair ...
    In Polite Society & Impolite Thoughts , readers are introduced to a vivid tapestry of classic satire, woven with the sharp threads of humor, irony, and astute social critique. This anthology traverses the landscapes of societal norms and idiosyncrasies through a diverse array of literary styles—ranging from the biting wit typical of the late 19th and early 20th centuries to more subtle ... Read more

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  • Frédérique (Complete)

    by Charles Paul de Kock ...
    Now, then, messieurs, as one should never be ungrateful, as one should bestow at least a single thought on those who have made one happy, I drink to my mistresses, messieurs, to whom I bid a last farewell to-day! "Well, messieurs, you would never believe how much injury my frankness did me, not only with that lady—I had no designs upon her, although she was young and pretty; but in society, in the ... Read more

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  • Sister Anne

    by Charles Paul de Kock ...
    A NOCTURNAL WALK.—MY AUNT'S FIVE HUNDRED FRANCS The theatres had long since dismissed their audiences, the shops were closed, and the cafés were closing. Passers-by were becoming more and more infrequent, the cabs moved more rapidly, the street lights were burning, and the gas in the houses was disappearing; the streets of Paris, like the inhabitants thereof, were about to enjoy their brief hour ... Read more

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  • International Short Stories (French Stories)

    by Francois Coppee, Honore De Balzac, Paul Bourget, Prosper Merimee, Catulle Mendes, Ludovic Halevy, Erckmann-chatrian, Francois Marie Arouet De Voltaire, Guy De Maupassant, Paul De Kock, Eugene Francois Vidocq, Alexandre Dumas, Rene Bazin, Emile Zola, Clemence Robert, Henry Murger, Marcel Prevost, Alain Rene Le Sage, Victor Hugo, A. Cheneviere, Alphonse Daudet, Alfred De Musset, Jean Aicard ...
    ContentsA Piece of Bread By Francois CoppeeThe Elixir of Life By Honore De BalzacThe Age For Love By Paul BourgetMateo Falcone By Prosper MerimeeThe Mirror By Catulle MendesMy Nephew Joseph By Ludovic HalevyA Forest Betrothal By Erckmann-chatrianZadig the Babylonian By Francois Marie Arouet De VoltaireAbandoned By Guy De MaupassantThe Guilty Secret By Paul De KockJean Monette By Eugene Francois ... Read more

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  • The White House

    by Charles Paul de Kock ...
    The belief in witchcraft and the persecution of those supposed to practice it have been almost universal in human history. Christianity inherited both the belief and the persecution from the religions, Jewish and pagan, which preceded it. But, under the influence of its monotheistic faith and its humane spirit, it was long before the belief became throughout Christendom a panic and the persecution ... Read more

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  • San-Cravate; Or, the Messengers; Little Streams

    by Charles Paul de Kock ...
    THE IDLERS.—BOULEVARD DES ITALIENS Three young men, arm in arm, were walking, or, to speak more accurately, loitering, along Boulevard des Italiens, looking to right and left, scrutinizing the women at close quarters, especially when they were pretty; commenting aloud on the face of one and the bearing of another, interspersing their reflections with jests, puns, foolish remarks, and bursts of ... Read more

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  • The Complete Works of Charles Paul de Kock

    by Charles Paul de Kock ...
    The Complete Works of Charles Paul de KockThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - Jean2 - Madeleine3 - Monsieur Cherami4 - L'enfant de ma femme5 - The Barber of Paris6 - San-Cravate; or, The Messengers; Little Streams7 - Frédérique; vol. 18 - Frédérique; vol. 29 - André le Savoyard10 - The White House (Novels of Paul de Kock Volume XII)11 - Paul and His Dog, v.... ... Read more

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