Learn French Through Poetry: 43 Classic French Poems by Hugo, Baudelaire, Rimbaud, Verlaine and More — French-English Bilingual Reader with Original ... (ExVita Read Series) (French Edition)

Improve your French with 43 classic French poems by major authors including Victor Hugo, Charles Baudelaire, Arthur Rimbaud, Paul Verlaine, Pierre de Ronsard, Jean de La Fontaine, Louise Labé, Gérard de Nerval, Guillaume Apollinaire, and more.This French B1–B2 reader is designed for intermediate learners who want to read authentic French literature with clear support. Each chapter includes the original French poem, an original semi-literal English translation, short context, and notes on important vocabulary, images, and metaphors.Unlike free literary translations, the English translations in this book stay close to the French structure and meaning. This makes it easier to compare both languages, understand French vocabulary in context, and return to the original poem with confidence.Inside you will find:• 43 classic French poems• Original French text• Original semi-literal English translation• Short English context for each poem• Notes on French vocabulary, imagery, and metaphors• Author biographies• Complete French-English glossary• Poems by Hugo, Baudelaire, Rimbaud, Verlaine, Ronsard, La Fontaine, Apollinaire, and other major French poetsPerfect for learners who want to move beyond basic French, expand vocabulary, improve reading comprehension, and discover the beauty of French poetry without feeling lost. Read more