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Published from 1961 to 1994, Le petit Nicolas is a series of children's books created by René Goscinny and illustrated by Jean-Jacques Sempé. The series was first published in 1959, with the initial book, Les récrés du petit Nicolas, released in 1961. It portrays the everyday life of a young boy named Nicolas and his classmates in a small French town during the 1950s. The stories focus on simple, routine experiences in primary school and depict an idealized view of childhood. The narrative emphasizes interactions among friends, the challenges of growing up, and the humor found in ordinary situations. The books are set in a specific time and place, reflecting the social environment of mid-20th century France.
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A little French boy recounts the many escapades that he and his classmates get up to as they make their way through a year at primary school.
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We list 4 books by Jean-Jacques Sempé , published between 1960–1994.
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