?He turned to the board, took a piece of chalk and, using all of his strength, he wrote as large as he could: ?VIVEA FRANCE!? Great French Short Stories brings you fifty of the best and lesser-known short stories by distinguished French authors, with themes ranging from desire and psychological intrigue to the mysteries of victories and failures. Featuring a diverse range of authors including Francois Marie Arouet De Voltaire, Paul De Kock and Rene Bazin, this classic exploration of passion, terror and fate is a priceless possession for anyone seeking an exhilarating ride through the country of enlightenment.