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_aKipling, Rudyard, _d1865-1936 |
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| 240 | 1 | 4 | _aThe city of dreadful night. French |
| 245 | 1 | 3 | _aLa cité de l'épouvantable nuit |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2021 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2021-03-28 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aPréface -- Une cité de la vie réelle -- Les réflexions d'un sauvage -- L'assemblée des Dieux -- Sur les rives du Hughli -- Avec la police de Calcutta -- Chez les Iniquités -- Plus bas, toujours plus bas -- Au sujet de Lucia -- De Calcutta à Hong-Kong. | |
| 508 | _aLaurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr) | ||
| 520 | _a"La cité de l'épouvantable nuit" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of travel anecdotes written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores two of Kipling's journeys, primarily focusing on his experiences in the chaotic city of Calcutta, described as a blend of fascination and horror. Through vivid descriptions and insights, the book delves into the complexities of colonial life in India, portraying the stark contrasts between the lives of British residents and the local populace. The opening of the narrative introduces the reader to the atmosphere of Calcutta, weaving a tapestry of sensory experiences that evoke both intrigue and discomfort. Kipling's depiction of the city is filled with contrasts, from the bustling activity of the streets to the pervasive and unpleasant odors that characterize its environment. His reflections touch on themes of nostalgia, displacement, and cultural critique, particularly as he shares his observations on the challenges faced by both the local inhabitants and the British expatriates. The tone blends humor with a critical lens, creating a complex picture of life in this colonial city, setting the stage for deeper explorations in Kipling's subsequent anecdotes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aKolkata (India) -- Social life and customs | ||
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_aSavine, Albert, _d1859-1927 |
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