La Comédie humaine - Volume 11. Scènes de la vie parisienne - Tome 03 by Balzac
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| Author | Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
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| Title | La Comédie humaine - Volume 11. Scènes de la vie parisienne - Tome 03 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Com%C3%A9die_humaine Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Com%C3%A9die_humaine |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | La Maison Nucingen -- Pierre Grassou -- Les Secrets de la princesse de Cadignan -- Les Employés ou la Femme supérieure -- Splendeurs et Misères des courtisanes. |
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| Summary | "La Comédie humaine - Volume 11. Scènes de la vie parisienne - Tome 03" by Honoré de Balzac is a collection of interconnected stories, written in the mid-19th century. This volume focuses on the intricate social dynamics and individual lives within Parisian society, showcasing the struggles, ambitions, and moral dilemmas of its characters. The stories present a rich panorama of life in Paris during this era, highlighting the contrast between riches and poverty, ambition and corruption. The opening of the volume introduces readers to a vibrant evening at a Parisian cabaret, where a group of witty and cynical young men engage in lively conversation after a lavish dinner. Notable characters include Bixiou, a sharp-tongued observer, and Finot, who serves as the foil to the more optimistic Rastignac. Their dialogue dives into the complexities of wealth, social standing, and relationships, with references to prominent figures such as the financier Nucingen, showcasing the societal interplay among money, ambition, and personal connections. The atmosphere is infused with humor and satire, setting the stage for exploring deeper themes of morality and societal critique that permeate Balzac's works. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60551 |
| Release Date | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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