Honoré de Balzac, Katharine Prescott Wormeley

Broschiertes Buch

The Illustrious Gaudissart

Beschreibung

Experience the wit and social commentary of 19th-century France with Honore de Balzac's "The Illustrious Gaudissart," a sharp and humorous satire. This classic of French fiction offers a delightful glimpse into the era through Balzac's keen observations and masterful storytelling. A cornerstone of French literature, this comedy showcases the author's signature blend of social realism and engaging narrative. "The Illustrious Gaudissart" remains a testament to Balzac's enduring appeal as a chronicler of human nature and societal foibles. This carefully prepared edition ensures the original text is preserved for your reading pleasure. Perfect for readers who appreciate literary fiction and the enduring power of humor, this work provides both entertainment and a glimpse into a bygone world. Delve into this timeless piece of French fiction and discover why Balzac continues to captivate readers worldwide. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright, best known for his magnum opus 'La Comédie Humaine,' a sequence of almost 100 novels and stories that present a panorama of post-Napoleonic French life. Balzac is often regarded as one of the founders of realism in European literature. His writing style is characterized by meticulous detail and an unfiltered presentation of society. 'The Illustrious Gaudissart,' one of the short stories within the eponymous cycle, focuses on a traveling salesman and is a fine example of Balzac's satirical prowess, offering a trenchant critique of the commercial society of his time (Balzac, 1833). Balzac's influence on literature is profound, having shaped the works of later novelists like Émile Zola, Marcel Proust, and Charles Dickens. His keen observation of detail and unflinching representation of social stratification lay the groundwork for the modern novel. Balzac's work reflected his ambitious spirit and exhaustive understanding of the human condition. Through his extensive range of characters and institutions, he has left an indelible mark on the study of society, making him a pivotal figure in the realism movement in literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 77g
• ISBN-13: 9781022997585
• ISBN-10: 1022997580
• Artikelnr.: 74071267