Memoirs. The work of the French soldier, diplomat, writer... Louis de Rouvroy de Saint-Simon about life at the French court during the time of the most famous French ruler, Louis XIV.
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A collection of essays by the Bulgarian historian Maria Todorova (known for Imaginary Balkans), compiled especially for the 20th Century Library. Indispensable for understanding post-communist transitions, culture of memory and Balkan studies.
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