Honoré de Balzac

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Vautrin (eBook, ePUB)

A Drama in Five Acts

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In "Vautrin," Honorv© de Balzac presents a masterful exploration of ambition, identity, and morality within the intricate web of 19th-century French society. Written in his characteristic realist style, the narrative is imbued with richly drawn characters and vivid settings that reflect the social stratification and complexities of the era. Balzac employs sharp dialogue and keen psychological insight to illuminate the duplicitous nature of Vautrin, an enigmatic figure who embodies both charm and menace, challenging societal norms and the moral fabric of the time. The novel serves as a crucial piece in Balzac's larger work, "La Comv©die Humaine," revealing the interconnections of human desires and the societal constraints that bind them. Honorv© de Balzac (1799-1850) was a pivotal figure in French literature and a founding voice of realism. His extensive writings often draw from his own experiences of observing the struggles of various societal classes. Influenced by the rapid social changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution and the July Monarchy, Balzac's works reflect a profound engagement with the politics of power and capitalism. His fascination with the concept of identity, and the lengths individuals will go to attain their goals, culminates in the character of Vautrin, whose complex motivations echo the tensions Balzac perceived in his own life and society. "Vautrin" is an essential read for those interested in the interplay of morality and ambition. Balzac's intricate character studies and sharp social commentary make this novel not only a gripping narrative but also a reflection on human nature's darker aspects. Readers will find themselves captivated by Vautrin's machinations and the ethical dilemmas posed, making this a poignant exploration of societal dynamics that remains relevant today.

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Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright whose literary output epitomizes the 19th-century realist movement. A profound observer of society, Balzac's work offers a grand panorama of the French Restoration and the July Monarchy periods. His magnum opus, La Comédie Humaine, to which the book 'Vautrin' is associated, encapsulates an ensemble of more than 90 novels and short stories structured as a sequence but written in diverse order. In this epic collection, Balzac skillfully intertwined characters across different volumes, showcasing his unique and complex character-building which included reappearing personas such as the enigmatic and compelling figure of Vautrin. The eponymous 'Vautrin' is a testament to Balzac's intricate examination of social classes and human nature, as he dives deep into the life of a clever and ruthless man maneuvering through the social structure of Paris. Vautrin, also known as Jacques Collin or Trompe-la-Mort, is one of the dark heroes of the human comedy that reveals Balzac's fascination with the duality of civil respectability and criminal underworld. Balzac's stylistic brilliance lies in his detailed and exhaustive depictions of society and its myriad characters, imbued with a realism that was meticulous for its time. Balzac has been noted as an influence on many later writers, including Émile Zola, Charles Dickens, and Marcel Proust, cementing his status as a foundational figure in European literature. His deep psychological insight and vivid portrayal of reality remain relevant, continuing to resonate with readers to this day.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 161
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066230319
• Artikelnr.: 58753733