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Le Mirage

By Auguste Gilbert de Voisins
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A reflective narrator moves between childhood mirror encounters and later trench episodes, recollecting a comrade nicknamed Cigogne whose odd physicality and gentle manner are sketched in small scenes; parental remarks and officers' cautions frame questions about self-knowledge and the ease with which intimacy and habit make others seem unfamiliar. The narrative proceeds episodically through domestic memory, brief character portraits, and frontline observation to examine perception, the malleability of identity, and the illusions people construct about themselves and one another.

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Auguste Gilbert de Voisins

Auguste Gilbert de Voisins was a French author known for his diverse literary contributions, including poetry, novels, and short stories. His works often explore themes of human emotion and the complexities of existence. One of his notable collections, "Fantasques: Petits poèmes de propos divers," showcases his poetic style and ability to capture fleeting moments of thought and feeling. De Voisins also delved into narrative fiction with works like "L'esprit impur" and "La conscience dans le mal," reflecting on moral dilemmas and the human condition. His writing is characterized by a blend of introspection and imaginative storytelling.

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