Ten Tales by Francois Coppee

Ten Tales by Francois Coppee is a collection of short stories written by the French author Francois Coppee. The book contains ten stories that are set in different periods and locations, ranging from the French Revolution to the mid-19th century. The stories are written in a simple and elegant style, and they explore themes such as love, loss, and redemption. Some of the stories are based on historical events, while others are purely fictional. The characters in the stories are diverse, ranging from soldiers and peasants to aristocrats and artists. The book is a great example of French literature from the late 19th century, and it provides readers with a glimpse into the social and cultural contexts of the time. Overall, Ten Tales by Francois Coppee is an engaging and thought-provoking collection of stories that will appeal to readers who enjoy classic literature.1890. With introduction by Brander Matthews and illustrated by Albert E. Sterner. A collection of tales by the French poet and novelist. Contents: The Captain's Vices; Two Clowns; A Voluntary Death; A Dramatic Funeral; The Substitute; At Table; An Accident; The Sabots of Little Wolff; The Foster Sister; and My Friend Meurtrier.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.