The Human Comedy (Complete Edition) (eBook)

Enriched edition. A Literary Masterpiece Capturing French Society in the 19th Century

Honoré de Balzac (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
9821 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654777394-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Human Comedy (Complete Edition)," Honoré de Balzac presents a sweeping panorama of French society in the early 19th century, intricately weaving together a multitude of stories that explore human experience and character. With keen observational detail and a realist literary style, Balzac delves into themes of ambition, social class, and morality, presenting a vivid tapestry of life in post-Napoleonic France. This monumental work is comprised of over ninety interrelated narratives that bring to life an expansive array of characters, each imbued with psychological depth and complexity, thus reflecting the intricacies of societal dynamics. Honoré de Balzac, a pioneering figure of the literary realism movement, wrote "The Human Comedy" during a time of profound social upheaval. His own experiences as a writer working within the confines of Parisian society informed his meticulous portrayal of human nature and societal structures. Influenced by earlier literary traditions, Balzac sought to document the essence of his time, setting the stage for subsequent naturalist writers and offering insights into the universal human condition. This complete edition of "The Human Comedy" is highly recommended for readers seeking a profound understanding of 19th-century social dynamics, as Balzac's work serves both as a historical document and a timeless exploration of humanity. Rich in detail and psychological insight, it promises to engage and challenge readers, making it an essential addition to any literary collection.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.12.2023
• Einführung: Kara Brackley
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Kara Brackley
• Übersetzer: Ellen Marriage, Clara Bell, Katharine Prescott Wormeley, Ernest Dowson
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction • 19th century society • Ambition and power • Anthony Trollope • Brontë • Bukowski • character studies • cultural portrait • Dickens • fictional characters • French authors • French Literature • french novelist • French social hierarchy • Honoré de Balzac • Human drama • human relationships • Jane Austen • Kafka • literary classics • literary masterpieces • novels and stories • psychological realism • realist fiction • Social commentary • Thomas Hardy • Tolstoy • Victor Hugo • wealth and love • what the wind knows