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Two centuries ago, only the most reckless Europeans dared traverse the Middle East. Its history and peoples were the subject of myth and speculation--and no region aroused greater interest than Egypt. It was not until 1798, when an unlikely band of scientific explorers traveled from Paris to the Nile Valley, that Westerners received their first real glimpse of what lay beyond the Mediterranean. Under the command of Napoleon Bonaparte, a small corps...
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A magician conjures a dramatic adventure of romance and intrigue in this seventeenth-century French tragicomedy by the author of Le Cid.
In Pierre Corneille's sparkling play, The Theatre of Illusion, magicians, lovers, and heroes prove that all the world truly is a stage. First performed in 1636, it was pioneering in its use of meta-theatrical storytelling. It then vanished from the stage for the next three-hundred years, to be revived in 1937 at...
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This book should be the second novel you read in French, right after you read "Merde, It's Not Easy to Learn French", volume 1 in this series!
In this book, the second in a trilogy, Helen continues to learn French. Except now she has a dream: to visit Paris to use her French!
Reading a book in French can be difficult, even for advanced students. This fun novel, written in easy French, contains grammar exercises and a complete English translation....
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Durante un año, aproximadamente, sin una regularidad fija, Frédéric-Yves Jeannet le envió a Annie Ernaux una serie de preguntas y reflexiones. En sus respuestas, la autora de «La mujer helada» y «Los años» se esfuerza por rendir cuentas de una praxis de escritura iniciada décadas atrás, por describir su manera de trabajar, por hacer explícitas las «razones» de sus textos. La presente edición incorpora dos nuevos capítulos que amplían...
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"Master Basic French Today" is a comprehensive eBook designed to kickstart your journey into the beautiful French language. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this eBook provides a user-friendly approach to mastering essential French vocabulary, grammar, and conversational phrases. With interactive exercises, practical examples, and cultural insights, you'll gain the confidence you need to start speaking and understanding...
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Don Juan, the "Seducer of Seville," originated as a hero-villain of Spanish folk legend, is a famous lover and scoundrel who has made more than a thousand sexual conquests. One of Molière's best-known plays, Don Juan was written while Tartuffe was still banned on the stages of Paris, and shared much with the outlawed play. Modern directors transform Don Juan in every new era, as each director finds something new to highlight in this timeless classic....
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In this book, the first in a trilogy, Helen, an energetic American woman, decides to learn French to get her brain working. For Helen, learning French is not easy, but it's an exciting adventure!
Reading a book in French can be difficult, even for advanced students. This fun novel, written in easy French, contains grammar exercises and a complete English translation. It's the perfect book to improve your French! It's recommended for both students...
10) Napoleon
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Biography of the military genius, who in 1804 crowned himself Emperor of the French and established a vast European empire.
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This ebook has a fixed layout and is best viewed on a widescreen, full-colour tablet.
Lunch in Paris is a tantalising daytrip through the City of Light, that works out to be a fair bit cheaper than a return flight to France.
Each chapter of this chic cookbook focusses on one of Paris' arrondissements and is studded with dreamy location photography. Stroll through the lush Place de Vosges, and along the golden water of Île Saint-Louis – all before...
12) Chalet girl
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Pretty tomboy Kim (Felicity Jones) used to be a champion skateboarder, but now she flips burgers to support herself and her dad. When she takes a winter-long catering job in one of the plushest ski chalets in the Alps, she discovers a natural talent for snowboarding with a chance to win major prize money. But before she can become a champion again, Kim needs to overcome her deepest fears and figure out what's going on with Jonny (Ed Westwick), her...
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Plongez dans l'histoire de la poésie, depuis les premiers poèmes connus jusqu'à la poésie contemporaine dans ce livre passionnant. Explorez les mouvements poétiques clés et les poètes les plus influents à travers les âges, et découvrez comment la poésie a reflété les aspirations et les inquiétudes de chaque époque. Obtenez une compréhension profonde de la complexité et de la richesse de la poésie et de son impact sur la culture et...
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La Duchesse se trouve dans l'urgence de marier son fils Archibald, « le Valeureux Duc de Poirail », afin de sauver le manoir ancestral de la famille. Elle sollicite l'aide de Louise, la bonne maladroite, de la Baronne, la grand-mère frivole, et de la malicieuse Marie-Cassandre, la petite sœur d'Archibald. Ensemble, elles déploient tous leurs efforts pour impressionner Mlle Biscotte, la seule prétendante au cœur du Duc. Tout aurait pu se dérouler...
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IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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Explore the life of Sieur de La Salle in this captivating biography. At the young age of 23, La Salle left France for the New World. La Salle was the first European to travel the entire length of the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico, claiming both the river and land for France. Follow along the brave journey of La Salle and learn the importance of his expeditions in the Great West.
16) Labor day
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"From Academy Award-nominated director Jason Reitman (Up in the Air, Juno), Labor Day is “a romance to root for”* starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin as two strangers drawn together under incredible circumstances. What starts as an unforeseen encounter over a long holiday weekend soon becomes a second chance love story in the unforgettable film that critics are calling “satisfying and deeply touching” Nominated for the Audience Choice Award...
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The French cooking of everyday life is lighthearted, accessible, and suited to modern tastes. Whether it's getting weeknight dinners on the table fairly fast (Basil Beef, Rhubarb Chops, or Carrot Juice Chicken) or leisurely cooking for dining at a slightly slower pace (Lamb Tagine, Holiday Hen, or Fennel Bass), Laura Calder shares recipes she's created at home in her own French kitchen.
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"J'apprends l'anglais en lisant des histoires bilingues" est conçu pour aider les lecteurs à améliorer leur anglais en lisant des histoires bilingues. Chaque histoire est présentée avec le texte en anglais et sa traduction en français, ce qui permet aux lecteurs de comprendre le sens des mots et des phrases en français.
19) Zemio
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"Zemio" narre le combat d'un jeune homme pour sa survie, oscillant entre désespoir et pulsions. Zemio se trouve pris dans une spirale infernale, accusé à tort du meurtre de son amante qui l'ensorcelle. Alors qu'il est détenu par le Lieutenant, soutenu par ses proches, il doit faire un choix… Cette pièce de théâtre représente la tragédie de Zemio, mais aussi celle de tous ceux qui luttent pour leur volonté de vivre.
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