| Author |
Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Saintsbury, George, 1845-1933 |
| Title |
The Human Comedy: Introductions and Appendix
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Com%C3%A9die_humaine
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Human Comedy: Introductions and Appendix" by Honoré de Balzac is a comprehensive literary work written in the early to mid-19th century. This collection serves as an overarching title for Balzac's series of interconnected stories and novels, which together depict the diverse social classes and characters of French society during that time. Balzac explores intricate themes of human ambition, folly, and the moral complexities inherent in social interactions, ultimately providing an extensive panorama of life in 19th-century France. The opening of this work primarily comprises an introduction by George Saintsbury, who reflects on Balzac's life, career, and significant contributions to literature. Saintsbury discusses Balzac's initial struggles, his relentless work ethic, and the philosophical underpinnings of "The Human Comedy." It highlights how Balzac's writing transcends mere storytelling, aiming to provide a profound analysis of society akin to a grand historical narrative. The introduction sets the tone for the intricate portraits of characters whose lives interweave within the broader framework of social commentary, raising questions about human nature, morality, and the societal forces at play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1968 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 4, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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