Author
Louis Pergaud
1882-1915
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Books by Louis Pergaud
La Guerre des Boutons: Roman de ma douzième année
"La Guerre des Boutons: Roman de ma douzième année" by Louis Pergaud is a French novel published in 1912. Set in the late 19th-century countryside of Franche-Comté, it chronicles the relentless "war" between rival gangs of boys from two neighboring villages, Longeverne and Velrans. Led by the cunning Lebrac, the children wage battles with sticks, stones, and fists. Captured enemies face ultimate humiliation: stripped of their buttons, buckles, and laces, they must return home in tatters to face parental wrath.
Le roman de Miraut - Chien de chasse
"Le roman de Miraut - Chien de chasse" by Louis Pergaud is a French novel published in 1913. When farmer and hunter Lisée acquires Miraut, a hunting dog, he brings home far more than a companion. The puppy disrupts his household, enraging Lisée's wife while deepening the bond between man and dog. Through domestic mishaps, poaching adventures, and forced separation, this story explores loyalty, marital discord, and the extraordinary relationship between a hunter and his devoted hound in rural France.
Ketun seikkailusta harakan vankeuteen : $b Eläintarinoita
"Ketun seikkailusta harakan vankeuteen: Eläintarinoita" by Louis Pergaud is a collection of animal stories written in the early 20th century. The work revolves around the adventures of Mikko Repolainen, a clever fox, as he navigates dangers and challenges in his environment. This book likely aims to highlight the connections between nature and animal life, as well as the themes of survival and resilience. The opening of the book introduces Mikko Repolainen, a fox in a perilous situation after being captured by a poacher. It describes a peaceful March evening as he contemplates his surroundings while trapped in a hidden cave. Mikko reflects on his experiences with the hunter and his loyal dog, Pyry, as he seeks to find a way to escape. The narrative details Mikko’s cunning nature, his instincts, and his determination to survive against the odds, setting the stage for the fox’s subsequent struggles for freedom throughout the story.