Late 19th - French Illustrated Periodicals Le Conteur - Historical News And Literature - 1881 Paris Print - Two Issues - Engravings

These documents are two issues of the French periodical 'Le Conteur' (The Storyteller), published in Paris during the late 19th century. Specifically, they are dated March 12, 1881 (N° 1712) and May 7, 1881 (N° 1720). Each issue features a prominent, detailed woodcut engraving on its front page, typical of the era's illustrated publications.

The periodical's subtitle indicates a broad range of content: 'Littérature - Histoire - Contes - Nouvelles - Voyages - Biographies' (Literature - History - Stories - News - Travels - Biographies). Issue N° 1713 displays an interior scene with a man and a seated woman, accompanying the start of 'Le Macquart' by Mie d'Aghonne. Issue N° 1720 presents a dynamic scene with mounted figures, likely from a historical or adventure narrative, related to 'Jean Misère' by Louis Letang. These newspapers offer a fascinating glimpse into French culture and publishing over 140 years ago, showcasing both news and fictional works.