Homme à L'oreille Cassée

homme à l'oreille cassée

by Edmond About

L'homme à l'oreille cassée est une œuvre satirique d'Edmond About qui suit les aventures d'un colonel français, ressuscité après un long sommeil. Après avoir passé des années dans un état de momie, le colonel se retrouve projeté dans une France transformée et doit s'adapter aux changements sociaux et politiques survenus pendant son absence.

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Edmond About was a French writer and journalist who lived from 1828 to 1885. He is best known for his literary works, which are characterized by a keen wit, sharp satire, and a profound understanding...

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