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The narrative explores the duality of a painter's genius and failure, prompting readers to question the nature of artistic success. Celebrated by influential figures like Cezanne and Picasso, it serves as a profound commentary on modern art. Accompanying this tale is "Gambara," a tragic novella about a musician consumed by his aspirations, highlighting the often-destructive pursuit of artistic perfection. This new translation by Richard Howard captures Balzac's original vision, offering fresh insights into these compelling stories.
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The Unknown Masterpiece, Honoré de Balzac
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- The Unknown Masterpiece
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Honoré de Balzac
- Publisher
- Creative Media Partners, LLC
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 298
- ISBN13
- 9781021496065
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative explores the duality of a painter's genius and failure, prompting readers to question the nature of artistic success. Celebrated by influential figures like Cezanne and Picasso, it serves as a profound commentary on modern art. Accompanying this tale is "Gambara," a tragic novella about a musician consumed by his aspirations, highlighting the often-destructive pursuit of artistic perfection. This new translation by Richard Howard captures Balzac's original vision, offering fresh insights into these compelling stories.