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LAGARDE ET MICHARD "Les Siècles"
A complete panorama of French literature, from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century, in six volumes.This collection has proven itself as an important reference for all who wish to learn and increase their knowledge of French literature. The new edition of this collection (1997) approaches literature from a thematic angle, and maintains the important aspects that have made it famous; a chronological presentation of the authors and their works, complemented by well chosen excerpts.

  • BO300 MOYEN ÂGE $45.95 240 pp., ISBN:9782040162078
  • BO310 XVI SIÈCLE $49.95 253 pp., ISBN:9782040162092
  • BO320 XVII SIÈCLE $49.95 448 pp., ISBN:9782040162115
  • BO330 XVIII SIÈCLE $49.95 418 pp. ISBN:9782040162139
  • BO340 XIX SIÈCLE $59.95 578 pp., ISBN:9782040162160
  • BO350 XX SIÈCLE $64.95 896 pp., ISBN:9782040180003
    SPECIAL PRICE FOR COMPLETE SET OF 6 VOLUMES:
  • BO360 6 Volume Set $309.95

LITTÉRATURE PROGRESSIVE DU FRANCAIS

N. Blondeau, F. Allouache, and M.F. Né.
Presenting the best of French literature from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century, this text combines excerpts of great literature with comprehension questions to help the student delve deeper into the text. Excerpts represent a range of French and Francophone authors including Moliere, Voltaire, Stendhal, Cocteau, Beauvoir, Senghor.
      Beginning Level
  • CL8849 Textbook ISBN:9782090338843 $37.95
  • CL8857 Answer Key ISBN:9782090338850$18.50
      Intermediate Level
  • CL7567 ISBN:9782090337563 $42.25
  • CL7575 ISBN:9782090337570 $19.95
      Advanced Level
  • CL7311 Textbook ISBN:9782090337310 $43.95
  • CL7303 Answer Key ISBN:9782090337303 $20.95

HA4543 PRECIS D'HISTOIRE DE LA LITTERATURE FRANCAISE $22.25
Fragonard, M-M, Softcover, 112 pp., ISBN:9782278034543
Collecting texts from the Middle Ages through 1992, this history of French literature introduces students to classic texts by placing them in their socio-historic context. Arranged chronologically by major literary themes, each chapter is divided into smaller historical periods, including lists of important works. This guide is designed for the advanced high school and college students. Anyone who wishes to learn more about French literature will find this book helpful.

COLLECTION HENRI MITTERAND: Littérature, Textes et Documents
5 volumes, A. Berthelet, Conilliat, et al.
This collection demonstrates a totally modern approach to French literature by presenting its rapport with the arts. It is an excellent anthology of modernized and vibrant texts which will increase the interest of students, professors, and all who enjoy French literature. Included in each volume are comparisons between French and foreign literature of the same century, critiques from the period, a pedagogical guide giving a concise explanation of each text, abundant illustrations, and descriptions of paintings and sculpture of the times. This excellent series will enhance any library.

A SURVEY OF FRENCH LITERATURE IN FIVE VOLUMES
This newly revised edition of a classic anthology has been updated for the modern student. Selections in French, with introductory material and notes in English, include time lines, introductions to each period and its culture, and short biographies of the authors. These five volumes, along with French Literature Student Edition Series, include all the material currently recommended by the Advanced Placement courses for French Literature.

FOCUS ANOTATED STUDENT EDITIONS $14.95 Each
M. Rochester, E. Angelini, N. Schorr
Appropriate as introductory texts for French language courses in literature and culture, these paperback editions prepared with non-native French speakers in mind include an introduction in French to the author and the work, the complete novel with both linguistic and cultural notes (both in French), and a current bibliography and questions in the AP format to facilitate study.

HA1049 ANTHOLOGIE DE TEXTES LITTERAIRES DU MOYEN AGE AU XXIEME SIECLE $74.50
B. Alluin, Softcover, 640pp., ISBN:9782011351043
Designed for high school and college students, this rich anthology presents the works of the best-known authors from the Middle Ages to the present day. Comprehension questions accompany the writing samples to help the student gain a better understanding of the text. A literary history introduces each piece of writing to convey the events of that period.

PUF6198 LA BIBLIOTHEQUE DU LITTERAIRE $31.25
Y. Mercoyrol, Softcover, 256 pp., ISBN:9782130576198
La Bibliotheque du Litteraire is an indispensable guide which gives a succinct presentation of the major works of French literature. For each of the studied texts, the student has a summary, analysis, and the its' place in literary developments. From Rabelais to Zola, by way of the Princess de Cleves, your students will be exposed to the most respected authors in French literature.

BE6379 Anthologie de la littérature française: Textes choisis du XIe au XXIe siècles $63.95
Boursin, Jean-Louise Softcover, 368 pp ISBN:9782701146379
Specifically designed for students of French as a foreign language, this anthology contains extracts from a variety of classic literary texts. Published in 2007, chapters are organized by historical periods ranging from the Middle Ages to contemporary times with one chapter dedicated to Francophone literature. Each chapter includes a summary of the historical and cultural contexts of the period, points of literary interest, and extracts of works with a biography of the author and description of the piece from which the text came.

HA5160 LITTÉRATURE FRANÇAISE: 73 textes essentiels 21.95
ISBN:9782011551504
Featuring 73 authors from Chrétien de Troyes to Marguerite Duras, this study contains brief biographies and lifelines describing each author along with an excerpt from one of their important works. This very concise guide is a useful overview of classic French literature for your AP or Literature class.

ANTHOLOGIE DE LA LITTERATURE FRANÇAISE ET EUROPEENNE


B. Valette/D.Giovacchini/C. Audier/A.P.Van Teslaar, softcover
Using the same methods as "Français: Litterature et méthodes", this anthology covers both French and European Authors. Each entry includes text, a brief analysis, biography of the authors and essay questions for discussions. The colors illustrations bring added dimension to your studies of European Literature.
  • NA4264 - Student Book 480pp. $49.95. ISBN:9782091764269
  • NA4272 - Teacher's Guide 319 pp. $50.75. ISBN:9782091764276

COLLECTION LITTÉRAMA
Clefs is designed for students who want to develop an understanding of French literary techniques. Exercises are based on classic literary works as well as modern-day magazine and newspaper articles. Each example is accompanied by numerous activities. Clefs lays out the tools necessary for text analysis and recognition of literary genres. The three other volumes furnish a panorama of literature from each century in its social, political, historical, and artistic context, as well as questions to assure the understanding of the works.

COLLECTION GÉNIES ET RÉALITÉS
Softcover, approximately 280 pages each. These complete biographies of famous French authors include a plethora of black-and-white photos and reprints, a chronology and an index of all personages cited. These books place the authors in historical perspective and clearly describe how their times and lives affected their writings.

Literary Studies

DCH521X - MOMENTS LITTERAIRES: Anthologie pour cours intermédiaires $106.95
B. Hirsch, C. Thompson, Softcover, 234 pp., 2nd Edition ISBN:9780618527731
Select works from the Middle Ages to contemporary times provide upper level high school and intermediate college students with a perspective of French literature. Biographies of the authors, information about the times, and background notes on the story provide cultural support to ease students' understanding. Difficult words are glossed in French as necessary, comprehension exercises verify students' comprehension of the selection and essay questions develop their writing and conversational skills.

BO907 - DICTIONNAIRE DES OEUVRES LITTÉRAIRES DE LANGUE FRANÇAISE.
The Set $450.00

4 Volumes, Edited by J - P. de Beaumarchais and D. Couty, 2,356 pp.
Four enormous volumes dedicated to literature, literary history, and famous authors. These comprehensive reference tools are hardbound, and dust jacketed. Over 3,700 works are reviewed, including analysis of synopsis and plot development, literary themes, and characters. This four volume set belongs in libraries and classrooms to enhance the study of literature.

DC0713 - INTRODUCTION AUX ÉTUDES LITTÉRAIRES $88.95
Directed by M. Deleroix and F. Hallyn, softbound, 391 pp. ISBN:9782801107133
Written by some 20 literary specialists, this text covers an in - depth analysis of every aspect concerning French literature. Poetry, history, psychology, sociology, word - study, etc. are a sampling of the contents of this text. A valuable addition for the serious students of French literature.

HT0868 - LA LITTÉRATURE FRANÇAISE DE A À Z $29.95
F. Aguettaz, C. Eterstein. Softcover. 479 pp. ISBN:9782218746215
Entries in alphabetical order in the following five categories: authors, works, important or symbolic figures, history of literature, or literary terms are found in this volume. It also contains a chronological table listing important authors and literary movements. This is an indispensable tool for students or anyone interested in French literature.

NA6653 - LA LITTÉRATURE FRANÇAISE: auteurs, œuvres, genres et mouvements $26.95
C. DeLigny, M. Rousselot. Softcover, 159 pp ISBN:9782091832807
A compact handbook which covers six ages of literature from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century. The book is organized in double page presentation; the left is a synthesis of information, while the right illustrates the subjects discussed. Very easy to follow, this manual is an excellent summary of the main movements in French Literature.

SE0001 - DICTIONNAIRE DES ÉCRIVAINS FRANÇAIS $39.95
Jean Malignon, 1997 edition, 658 pp, Softcover, 2 Volumes.
This well illustrated dictionary contains the biographies and literary productions of 280 French authors dating from the medieval times through authors born in the early 20th century. A chart at the end of the book gives a chronological overview of the most important historic events, significant literary works and cultural occurrences during this time span which makes it an essential reference for students or teachers of French literature.

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