Théophile Gautier
Pierre Jules Théophile Gautier was a French poet, dramatist, novelist, journalist, and art and literary critic.
Wanderings in Spain
Embark on a journey through 19th-century Spain as a traveler departs from Paris, pressured into an extended adventure, capturing vivid landscapes, peculiar locals, and the era's unique charm in this far-off land.
By Théophile Gautier
Charles Baudelaire, His Life
Discover the story of a poet whose life was a whirlwind of artistic passion and societal conflict, shaping his poetic masterpieces and leaving a lasting impact on the world.
By Théophile Gautier
The Romance of a Mummy and Egypt The Works of Theophile Gautier, Volume 5
Amidst the sands of Egypt, an untouched tomb ignites an epic journey filled with love, adventure, and the allure of a forgotten civilization.
By Théophile Gautier
Honoré de Balzac
Discover the man behind the stories as a writer recounts his friendship with a literary giant, revealing his passion, struggles, and unique place in the world of books.
By Théophile Gautier
Clarimonde
A priest’s sacred vows are tested by a bewitching beauty, thrusting him into a dangerous world where love and temptation threaten his very soul.
By Théophile Gautier
Enamels and Cameos and other Poems
Experience a journey through the senses, as life, love, and the inevitable fade of time mix into rhythmic poetry.
By Théophile Gautier
The Mummy's Foot
When a man purchases a mummified foot as a paperweight, he unexpectedly finds himself caught up in a bizarre adventure with an Egyptian princess.
By Théophile Gautier
My Private Menagerie from The Works of Theophile Gautier Volume 19
Experience heartfelt tales of cherished pets and the lasting impact they leave on their human companions.
By Théophile Gautier
King Candaules
In ancient Lydia, a king's obsession with his wife's beauty ignites a dangerous game of desire and betrayal with his trusted guard.
By Théophile Gautier
Captain Fracasse
A penniless nobleman's dreary life transforms when he joins a band of actors, embarking on a journey filled with passion, danger, and the promise of a love he never imagined.
By Théophile Gautier
Mademoiselle de Maupin, Volume 2 (of 2)
To understand her desires and challenge restrictive social norms, a woman disguises herself as a man, leading to complex relationships and inner turmoil.
By Théophile Gautier
Mademoiselle de Maupin, Volume 1 (of 2)
Amidst societal constraints, a woman disguises herself in a pursuit of love, identity, and liberation.
By Théophile Gautier
One of Cleopatra's Nights and Other Fantastic Romances
In a world of ancient beauty, a queen's boredom ignites a dangerous romance with a passionate young man.
By Théophile Gautier
My household of pets
Discover how a parade of quirky animals, from sly dogs to elegant cats, shaped one man's life and taught him the true meaning of love and friendship.
By Théophile Gautier