Alain-Fournier

Valerie Browne Lester

When Augustin Meaulnes arrives in François' home, he changes everything. Life in the little town where they both go to school suddenly becomes far more adventurous and exciting. On one of his escapades, Meaulnes gets lost in the countryside finds himself at an extraordinary party where he meets the girl of his dreams. From this point on he is haunted by her memory and devotes his life, with François' willing help, to finding her again.

The Magnificent Meaulnes

Phiz is the first biography of Charles Dickens' most famous illustrator; filled with irresistible drawings, it also provides a vivid portrait of the Victorian age. --from publisher description.

Valerie Browne Lester

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