Honore de Balzac

Broschiertes Buch

The Commission in Lunacy

Beschreibung

"The Commission in Lunacy" by Honoré de Balzac is a compelling novella set in 19th century Paris, revolving around the intricacies of the legal system and its intersection with mental health and social status. The story follows the life of Count Popinot, an esteemed and honorable judge, who is tasked with a delicate investigation into the mental state of the Marquis d'Espard. The Marquis's wife seeks to have him declared legally insane to gain control of his wealth and inheritance, asserting that he is squandering the family's fortune. The judicial proceedings delve into the complex family dynamics, revealing layers of deception, hidden motives, and the stark realities of the aristocracy and nobility. As Popinot conducts his thorough investigation, he navigates through the challenges of discerning truth amidst conflicting testimonies and societal pressures. The novella provides a keen observation of the Parisian aristocracy, highlighting the precarious balance between maintaining one's social status and confronting personal and familial crises. Balzac's narrative sheds light on the themes of honor, wealth, and the human condition, all within the framework of legal and psychiatric scrutiny. "The Commission in Lunacy" offers a rich portrayal of 19th century France, capturing the essence of its judicial and social complexities.

Autor

Honore de Balzac was a French dramatist and novelist who lived from May 20, 1799, to August 18, 1850. Most people consider the unique sequence La Comedie humaine, which offers a glimpse into post-Napoleonic French life, to be his greatest work. As one of the pioneers of realism in European literature, Balzac is recognized for his astute attention to detail and his raw portrayal of society. His characters are well known for having multiple facets; even his less prominent ones are nuanced, ethically gray, and completely human. Even inanimate objects acquire personality; Paris, which serves as the setting for a large portion of his writing, acquires human characteristics. Numerous well-known authors were affected by his work, including the novelists Émile Zola, Charles Dickens, Marcel Proust, Gustave Flaubert, and Henry James, as well as the directors Jacques Rivette and François Truffaut. Writers still find inspiration in Balzac's novels, many of which have been adapted into motion pictures. According to James, he is "really the father of us all." Honoré de Balzac was born into a family that wanted to be respected for their hard work and dedication. His father, Bernard-François Balssa, was raised in Tarn, a province in southern France, as one of eleven children of an artisan family.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 74
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. August 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 106g
• ISBN-13: 9789364288064
• ISBN-10: 9364288068
• Artikelnr.: 71596773