Skeptical but tolerant, honest but humorous, 16th-century philosopher Montaigne was remarkably modern in his views. His writings remain popular and influential around the world, and these 7 essays are essential reading for students of French language, literature, and culture. Introduction, new English translation, and Notes by Stanley Appelbaum. Dover Original.
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French Stories/Contes Francais: A Dual-Language Book by Wallace Fowlie Ten unusual stories: "Micromégas," by Voltaire; "The Atheist's Mass," by Balzac; "The Legend of St. Julian the Hospitaler," by Flaubert; "Spleen of Paris," by Baudelaire; more. English translations appear on facing pages.
Best Short Stories: A Dual-Language Book by Guy de Maupassant Seven masterly tales: "La Parure," "Mademoiselle Fifi," "La Maison Tellier," "La Ficelle," "Miss Harriet," "Boule de Suif," and "Le Horla." In French, with new English translations on facing pages.
Selected Fables: A Dual-Language Book by Jean de La Fontaine Among the masterpieces of French literature: 75 Fables in original French with new English line-for-line literal translations. "The Cicada and the Ant," "The Fox and the Grapes," many more.
