Sarah Bernhardt, la première star mondiale

L'Aiglon est une pièce de théâtre en six actes d'Edmond Rostand, créée en 1900. Elle raconte l'histoire de Napoléon II, le fils de Napoléon Bonaparte, prisonnier à la cour d'Autriche. L'œuvre explore les thèmes de l'identité, de l'exil et de l'héritage. 'L'Aiglon' est l'une des pièces les plus célèbres d'Edmond Rostand, caractérisée par son lyrisme et son patriotisme. Sarah Bernhardt a incarné le rôle principal avec un grand succès, contribuant à la popularité de la pièce.

This novel, often referred to as 'In Search of Lost Time' in English, is a comprehensive work that delves into the narrator's memories and experiences from late 19th-century and early 20th-century high-society France. It is renowned for its exploration of involuntary memory, as exemplified by the famous 'episode of the madeleine'. The work is structured into seven volumes: 'Du côté de chez Swann', 'À l’ombre des jeunes filles en fleur', 'Le Côté de Guermantes', 'Sodome et Gomorrhe', 'La Prisonnière', 'Albertine disparue', and 'Le Temps retrouvé'. Proust began writing the novel in 1906 and continued until his death in 1922, with the last three volumes published posthumously.

Hernani est une pièce de théâtre en vers de Victor Hugo, créée en 1830. L'œuvre, située en Espagne au XVIe siècle, raconte l'histoire d'amour tragique entre Hernani, un noble banni, et Doña Sol, promise à son oncle, le roi Charles. La pièce est célèbre pour avoir déclenché une bataille rangée lors de sa première représentation, en raison de son style romantique et de sa rupture avec les conventions du théâtre classique. Hernani est une œuvre clé du romantisme français, explorant les thèmes de l'amour, de l'honneur et de la liberté.

Fables follows the story of a group of characters from fairy tales, folklore, and mythology who have formed a clandestine community in New York City known as Fabletown. The series, written by Bill Willingham, explores their struggles to live in the mundane world while dealing with personal lives, conflicts, and the threat of the Adversary. Key characters include Bigby Wolf, Snow White, Rose Red, Prince Charming, and Boy Blue. The series also includes several spin-offs such as Jack of Fables, Fairest, and The Literals, each focusing on different aspects of the Fable community.

Oscar Wilde's 'Salomé' is a play that delves into themes of desire, obsession, and decadence through the biblical figure of Salomé. Written in French, the play was intended for Sarah Bernhardt but was banned in England. The story revolves around Salomé's fascination with John the Baptist (Yokanaan), her dance of the seven veils for Herod, and her demand for John's head. Wilde's lyrical and symbolic language enhances the play's exploration of forbidden passions and the destructive power of unchecked desire. The play remains a significant work in the Symbolist movement, inspiring numerous artistic interpretations, including Richard Strauss's opera.

Homo Britannicus by Chris Stringer provides an epic history of life in Britain, tracing human presence from the first footsteps to the present day. The book explores how early humans survived through various climates, from tropical environments with hippos and elephants to icy ages with mammoths. It also delves into the story of Neanderthals and the impact of climate change on human occupation.

Ruy Blas è un dramma lirico in quattro atti, composto da Filippo Marchetti con il libretto di Carlo D'Ormeville e Giuseppe Strigelli. La storia si svolge nella Spagna del XVII secolo e segue le vicende di Ruy Blas, un uomo intrappolato in una rete di amore, dovere e cospirazione. L'opera è stata ristampata nel 2024, mantenendo l'edizione originale del 1869.