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Father Goriot

Translated By Ellen Marriage

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Exploring post-Napoleonic French life, this novel sequence showcases Balzac's keen observational skills and his unfiltered portrayal of society. His characters, even the minor ones, are richly complex and morally ambiguous, reflecting the nuances of human nature. Inanimate objects, particularly the city of Paris, are infused with personality, enhancing the narrative's depth. Balzac's work significantly influenced notable writers and filmmakers, establishing him as a foundational figure in the realism movement in European literature.

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Father Goriot, Honoré de Balzac

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2023
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Translated By Ellen Marriage
Language
English
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Released
2023
Pages
278
ISBN13
9798211432772
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First published
1835
Original title
Le Père Goriot
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Exploring post-Napoleonic French life, this novel sequence showcases Balzac's keen observational skills and his unfiltered portrayal of society. His characters, even the minor ones, are richly complex and morally ambiguous, reflecting the nuances of human nature. Inanimate objects, particularly the city of Paris, are infused with personality, enhancing the narrative's depth. Balzac's work significantly influenced notable writers and filmmakers, establishing him as a foundational figure in the realism movement in European literature.