Mlle de Scuderi

E. T. A. Hoffmann's 'Mlle de Scuderi: A Tale from the Times of Louis XIV' is not only a testament to his storytelling prowess but also a vivid literary canvas portraying late 17th-century Paris. Hoffmann masterfully intertwines a gripping narrative filled with tension and intrigue with the opulent and often perilous lifestyle of the era. The novella's strength lies in its multifaceted narrative, w...