Le petit-neveu de Grécourt, ou, Étrennes gaillardes Recueil de Contes en vers, réimprimés sur l'édition de 1782

A modest collection of sprightly verses unfolds in this charmingly mischievous anthology. The pieces are short, deftly crafted snapshots of eighteenth‑century wit, each offering a burst of humor that can brighten a quiet afternoon. The editor has gathered them from scattered sources, allowing listeners to drift through a handful of light‑hearted tales without demanding any deep concentration.

The introductory letter, addressed to a beloved “commère,” sets a convivial tone that carries through the whole volume. Its playful compliments and candid observations give a glimpse of a world where gentle teasing and good‑natured banter reign. As the verses glide from courtly flirtations to cheeky observations of daily life, the listener enjoys a brief, pleasant escape into the lively spirit of an era that prized cleverness above all.