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Comédie Humaine; Volume 50
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ISBN13: 9781176555839
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Aug 1 2010
Pages: 474
Weight: 1.45
Height: 0.95 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This volume presents a selection from the vast and ambitious project of Honoré de Balzac's Comédie Humaine. A panoramic portrayal of French society in the first half of the 19th century, Comédie Humaine comprises novels, short stories, and essays, all interconnected by recurring characters and social themes. This collection offers readers a glimpse into Balzac's keen observations of human nature, social class, and the changing landscape of post-revolutionary France. Translated into English by George Saintsbury, Ellen Marriage, James Waring, Clara Courtenay Poynter Bell, and R C Scott, this volume preserves the spirit and nuance of Balzac's original work. Experience the enduring power of Balzac's storytelling and his profound impact on the development of the modern novel.
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