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The Bibliomaniac

René Vallery-Radot

The Bibliomaniac

The Bibliomaniac

René Vallery-Radot

The Bibliomaniac is a novella by René Vallery-Radot, published in 1894, that humorously explores the obsessive passion for books through the character of Theodore, a bibliomaniac. This whimsical work examines the eccentricities and ironies of book collectors, highlighting the pleasure derived from mere possession rather than reading. The story reflects autobiographical elements, drawing parallels between Theodore and the author, and balances humor with melancholy in its portrayal of bibliomania.

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A novella written during the late 19th century, specifically in 1894. This whimsical literary work explores the obsessiv...

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This novel could be considered almost autobiographical, since its hero Theodore, is very similar to Nodier himself. The...

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