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Contes de Caliban

By Emile Bergerat
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A collection of facetious short tales and sketches that blend rural folklore, satirical portraiture and urban anecdote. Humorous narratives portray a simple, prolific countryman whose unexpected role in community fertility reshapes village life, while other pieces offer pungent vignettes of city unrest and social mores. Irony and earthy comedy repeatedly expose human foibles, family bonds, sexual and moral conventions, and the tensions between provincial naiveté and metropolitan turbulence.

About the Author

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Emile Bergerat

Émile Bergerat was a French author and playwright, known for his contributions to literature in the late 19th century. His work often reflects a blend of realism and fantasy, showcasing his ability to weave intricate narratives. One of his notable works is "Contes de Caliban," a collection of stories that delve into the themes of imagination and the human experience. Bergerat's writing is characterized by its lyrical style and rich character development, making him a distinctive voice in French literature of his time.

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