zeitgeist. The opening of this issue introduces the reader to the whimsical notion of "Brioches politiques," a metaphorical pastry symbolizing the political climate, illustrated through the character of Maxime Lisbonne, an entrepreneur of satire. This curious establishment serves as a satirical commentary on the political machinations and public figures of the time, suggesting that while people consume these "political pastries," they remain blissfully unaware of the heavier implications behind them. Additionally, the text touches on current events such as election results, highlighting the societal significance of these happenings in the politically charged atmosphere of 1891 Paris, interspersed with humorous anecdotes and reflections on love, scandal, and the social fabric of the city. (This is an automatically generated summary.)