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History lovers will revel in Balzac’s social and political commentary of 19th century France in ‘The Old Maid’.
With skilful insight into the human experience, the life of a rich lady and her respective suitors reveal themselves page after page.
A short and snappy read, Balzac crafts his characters with expert skill, peppered with satirical misfortunes.
Part of his ‘The Human Comedy’ collection, ‘The Old Maid’ is ideal for fans of Xavier Giannolli’s 2021 ‘Lost Illusions’ film.
Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright, most famous for his collection of novels and plays named ‘The Human Comedy’. Celebrated today as one of the greatest French writers and founders of realism, his works capture detailed observations of humanity and post-Napoleonic French society. A master creator of realistic characters who navigate complex webs of moral and social dilemmas, Balzac’s work has inspired BBC series starring Helen Mirren and Margaret Tyzack.
With skilful insight into the human experience, the life of a rich lady and her respective suitors reveal themselves page after page.
A short and snappy read, Balzac crafts his characters with expert skill, peppered with satirical misfortunes.
Part of his ‘The Human Comedy’ collection, ‘The Old Maid’ is ideal for fans of Xavier Giannolli’s 2021 ‘Lost Illusions’ film.
Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright, most famous for his collection of novels and plays named ‘The Human Comedy’. Celebrated today as one of the greatest French writers and founders of realism, his works capture detailed observations of humanity and post-Napoleonic French society. A master creator of realistic characters who navigate complex webs of moral and social dilemmas, Balzac’s work has inspired BBC series starring Helen Mirren and Margaret Tyzack.
History lovers will revel in Balzac’s social and political commentary of 19th century France in ‘The Old Maid’.
With skilful insight into the human experience, the life of a rich lady and her respective suitors reveal themselves page after page.
A short and snappy read, Balzac crafts his char...
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