Edmond About

Edmond About
Edmond About (1828–1885) was a French novelist, journalist, and art critic known for his sharp wit and satirical style. He gained early fame with his novel "Tolla" (1855), a story inspired by Italian life, and later with "The King of the Mountains" (1856), a humorous adventure novel set in Greece. About was also a prolific journalist, contributing to major newspapers like Le Figaro, and he often addressed social and political issues of his time. In addition to fiction, his works included travel writings and essays, reflecting his diverse literary interests.

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CHAPTER I. WHEREIN THEY KILL THE FATTED CALF TO CELEBRATE THE RETURN OF A FRUGAL SON. On the 18th of May, 1859, M. Renault, formerly professor of physics and chemistry, now a landed proprietor at Fontainebleau, and member of the Municipal Council of that charming little city, himself carried to the post-office the following letter:— "To Monsieur Leon Renault, Civil Engineer, Berlin, Prussia. (To... more...

CHAPTER I. THE POPE AS A KING. The Roman Catholic Church, which I sincerely respect, consists of one hundred and thirty-nine millions of individuals—without counting little Mortara. It is governed by seventy Cardinals, or Princes of the Church, in memory of the twelve Apostles. The Cardinal-Bishop of Rome, who is also designated by the name of Vicar of Jesus Christ, Holy Father, or Pope, is invested... more...