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Is this a clean book? Could a young teen read this?

Julia Nothing explicit happens in this book. My English class is reading it right now, and we're in 10th grade.…moreNothing explicit happens in this book. My English class is reading it right now, and we're in 10th grade.(less)

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Is any knowledge of French history required ?

Janet Ruth You don't need to know French history to appreciate this play. It does help to remember that it was written in 1897 in French, so some things may get …moreYou don't need to know French history to appreciate this play. It does help to remember that it was written in 1897 in French, so some things may get lost in translation. But there is so much here that anyone can relate to - love, the wish for romance, honor, courage! Those themes can be found in any time period, in any nation.(less)

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How can I get this version/edition in English? Every time I click "read" it's in French completely. I mean, as in, like an online read edition in English without buying it. Can someone help me? Thank you!

Don Incognito Look on www.gutenberg.org, though the translation may not be the best. http://www.gutenberg.org/files/1254/1...

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Is there a recommended translation of the play?

Romane Someone said in a review that Brian Hooker's one is the best. Can't say if I agree or not cause I read it in French but apparently it's great…moreSomeone said in a review that Brian Hooker's one is the best. Can't say if I agree or not cause I read it in French but apparently it's great(less)

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cara membvaca novelnya gmana?? kok ndak bisa2??? sorry msh baru

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