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Splendors and Miseries of Courtesans Vol 1

by [De Balzac, Honore]

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Part of La Comédie Humaine, this novel delves into the complexities of Parisian society through the lives of courtesans, criminals, and aristocrats. It focuses on the character of Esther, a courtesan who becomes the object of desire for several men, and the manipulative Vautrin, a former convict seeking power. Balzac masterfully explores themes of love, ambition, and the corrupting influence of wealth, offering a sharp critique of social structures in 19th-century France.


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Product Details

  • Wildside Press Brand
  • Oct 4, 2024 Pub Date:
  • 143442247X ISBN-10:
  • 9781434422477 ISBN-13:
  • English Language
  • 8.5 in * 1.09 in * 5.5 in Dimensions:
  • 1 lb Weight: