Buffum, Douglas Labaree 1878-1961 creator Balzac, Honoré de 1799-1850 Coppée, François 1842-1908 Daudet, Alphonse 1840-1897 Erckmann-Chatrian Gautier, Théophile 1811-1872 Maupassant, Guy de 1850-1893 Mérimée, Prosper 1803-1870 Musset, Alfred de 1810-1857 text utu 2004 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Contes Français" by Douglas Labaree Buffum is a collection of French short stories edited with notes and vocabulary, probably prepared in the late 19th century. This anthology features works by notable authors from the 19th century and aims to blend literary merit with a wide vocabulary and engaging subject matter, making it useful for students of the French language. The opening of the book includes a preface detailing the editor's intentions and the selection process of the stories, emphasizing their variety and literary value. The stories included feature a wide range of themes, including military life in “L’enlèvement de la Redoute” by Mérimée, where a young officer reflects on courage and the chaos of battle, while Maupassant's tales delve into human emotions and perspectives on life. Additionally, the stories are accompanied by notes and a vocabulary section, enhancing their usability for students. The editor's approach indicates that this collection not only serves as a literary resource but also as a didactic tool for those learning French. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-07-19 Produced by Renald Levesque Original publication data not identified French fiction Short stories, French PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12949 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12949 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133316.0 12949