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The Recruit
Translated by Katharine Prescott Wormeley
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The novel sequence La Comédie humaine showcases a detailed panorama of post-Napoleonic French society, highlighting the complexity of its characters, who are often morally ambiguous and deeply human. Balzac's keen observations and realistic portrayals have established him as a foundational figure in European realism. Notably, even inanimate objects, like the city of Paris, are infused with personality. His work has significantly influenced numerous renowned writers and filmmakers, shaping the landscape of literature and cinema.
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- Title
- The Recruit
- Subtitle
- Translated by Katharine Prescott Wormeley
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Honoré de Balzac
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- Released
- 2023
- ISBN13
- 9798211231610
- Category
- Fiction
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- The novel sequence La Comédie humaine showcases a detailed panorama of post-Napoleonic French society, highlighting the complexity of its characters, who are often morally ambiguous and deeply human. Balzac's keen observations and realistic portrayals have established him as a foundational figure in European realism. Notably, even inanimate objects, like the city of Paris, are infused with personality. His work has significantly influenced numerous renowned writers and filmmakers, shaping the landscape of literature and cinema.