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The Harlot's Progress. The Hated Son, And Other Stories
Paperback
HumorClassic FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781024395877
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 872
Weight: 2.64
Height: 1.73 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This collection presents a selection of short stories by Honoré de Balzac, offering a glimpse into 19th-century French society. Included are The Harlot's Progress and The Hated Son, tales that explore themes of social mobility, familial conflict, and the complexities of human nature. Balzac's keen observations and detailed character studies provide a rich tapestry of life during his era. These stories showcase Balzac's signature style, characterized by vivid descriptions, intricate plots, and a deep understanding of the human condition. Readers will find themselves transported to the world of Parisian high society and the struggles of everyday life, rendered with Balzac's unparalleled literary skill.
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