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Set in mid-19th-century Paris, the story revolves around an unmarried middle-aged woman who seeks revenge on her family through manipulation and seduction. Collaborating with Valérie Marneffe, a discontented young wife, they ensnare various men, including Baron Hector Hulot, who jeopardizes his family's wealth and reputation for Valérie's affection. Ultimately, Valérie abandons him for a wealthy merchant, illustrating themes of betrayal and the complexities of human relationships. This novel is part of Balzac's broader work, La Comédie humaine.
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Cousin Betty, Honoré de Balzac
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Cousin Betty
- Subtitle
- Translated by James Waring
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Honoré de Balzac
- Publisher
- Blurb
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 444
- ISBN13
- 9798211475052
- Series
- Original title
- La cousine Bette
- Rating
- 3.75 out of 5
- Description
- Set in mid-19th-century Paris, the story revolves around an unmarried middle-aged woman who seeks revenge on her family through manipulation and seduction. Collaborating with Valérie Marneffe, a discontented young wife, they ensnare various men, including Baron Hector Hulot, who jeopardizes his family's wealth and reputation for Valérie's affection. Ultimately, Valérie abandons him for a wealthy merchant, illustrating themes of betrayal and the complexities of human relationships. This novel is part of Balzac's broader work, La Comédie humaine.