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Set against the backdrop of post-Napoleonic France, the novel sequence La Comédie humaine showcases a detailed panorama of society through its intricate characters. Balzac's keen observations reveal the complexities of human nature, presenting even minor figures as morally ambiguous and richly developed. Inanimate objects, particularly the city of Paris, are given life and personality, enhancing the narrative's depth. His groundbreaking realism has profoundly influenced numerous writers and filmmakers, solidifying his legacy in European literature.
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A Passion in the Desert and The Message, Honoré de Balzac
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- 2023
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- Title
- A Passion in the Desert and The Message
- Subtitle
- Translated by Katharine Prescott Wormeley
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Honoré de Balzac
- Publisher
- Blurb
- Released
- 2023
- ISBN13
- 9798211266131
- Category
- Fiction
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- Set against the backdrop of post-Napoleonic France, the novel sequence La Comédie humaine showcases a detailed panorama of society through its intricate characters. Balzac's keen observations reveal the complexities of human nature, presenting even minor figures as morally ambiguous and richly developed. Inanimate objects, particularly the city of Paris, are given life and personality, enhancing the narrative's depth. His groundbreaking realism has profoundly influenced numerous writers and filmmakers, solidifying his legacy in European literature.