Physiology of Marriage in 3 volumes is a treatise by Honoré de Balzac, published under the title Physiology of Marriage or Meditations on eclectic philosophy, on marital happiness and unhappiness, published by a young bachelor. An essay, a meditation and a narrative at the same time, the text oscillates between the study of manners and the analytical treatise and it is part of a genre in developing, that of physiology. The text is divided into several "sections" or meditations. The first several meditations expose the state of marriage in France in the wealthy and idle upper classes, then...

Honoré de Balzac (1799/1850) war ein französischer Schriftsteller. Sein Hauptwerk ist der rund 88 Titel umfassende, aber unvollendete Romanzyklus La Comédie humaine (dt.: Die menschliche Komödie), dessen Romane und Erzählungen ein Gesamtbild der Gesellschaft im Frankreich seiner Zeit zu zeichnen versuchen. Inhalt: - I Das Land und der Mensch - II Quer durch Felder - III Der Napoleon des Volkes - IV Die Beichte des Landarztes - V Elegien

"The Duchesse of Langeais" is an 1834 novel by French author Honoré de Balzac. In this book, General Armand de Montriveau, a war hero, is enamored of Duchess Antoinette de Langeais, a coquettish, married noblewoman who invites him to a ball but ultimately refuses his sexual advances and then disappears. Assisted by the powerful group known as The Thirteen, who subscribe to an occult form of freemasonry, General Montriveau finds the duchess in a Spanish monastery of Discalced Carmelites under the name of Sister Theresa. Will the General's wishes come through?

Honoré de Balzac (1799/1850) war ein französischer Schriftsteller. Sein Hauptwerk ist der rund 88 Titel umfassende, aber unvollendete Romanzyklus La Comédie humaine (dt.: Die menschliche Komödie), dessen Romane und Erzählungen ein Gesamtbild der Gesellschaft im Frankreich seiner Zeit zu zeichnen versuchen. Inhalt: - I Véronique - II Tascheron - III Der Pfarrer von Montégnac - IV Madame Graslin in Montégnac - V Véronique am Grabesrande

In Honoré de Balzac's novel, The Lily of the Valley, the reader is immersed in a tale of love, duty, and societal norms. Balzac's signature literary style of detailed character development and intricate plot intricacies shines through as the story follows Felix de Vandenesse, a young man torn between his affection for a married woman and his sense of honor. Set in early 19th-century France, the novel serves as a commentary on the complexities of relationships and the constraints of society. Balzac's vivid descriptions transport the reader to a world where emotions and societal expectations...

Eugénie Grandet is set in the town of Saumur. Eugénie's father Felix is a former cooper who has become wealthy through both business ventures and inheritance. However, he is very stingy, and he lives with his family in a run-down old house which he is too miserly to repair. His banker des Grassins wants Eugénie to marry his son Adolphe, and his lawyer Cruchot wants Eugénie to marry his nephew President Cruchot des Bonfons, both parties eyeing the inheritance from Felix. The two families constantly visit the Grandets to get Felix's favour, and Felix in turn plays them off against each...

Honore de Balzac's The Celibates Trilogy is a collection of three interconnected novels that delve into the complex nature of love, marriage, and social conventions in 19th century France. Each novel follows the pursuit of marriage by a different character, exploring the impact of societal expectations and personal desires on their lives. Balzac's signature literary style of detailed characterization and keen observation of social norms provides a rich tapestry for readers to immerse themselves in the tumultuous world of romantic entanglements. The trilogy is a classic example of Balzac's...

In Honoré de Balzac's 'Catherine De Medici,' readers are transported to 16th century France where political intrigue and power struggles reign supreme. Balzac's narrative style is characterized by his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to bring historical figures to life through vivid descriptions and dialogue. The book provides a fascinating look into the life of Catherine De Medici, the powerful queen consort of France, as she navigates the treacherous waters of court politics and seeks to protect her family's legacy. Balzac's portrayal of Catherine De Medici is both complex...