The Peasants (1899) - Balzac, Honore de
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The Peasants is a novel written by Honore De Balzac and published in 1899. The story is set in a rural French village in the early 19th century and revolves around the lives of the peasants who inhabit it. The main character is a wealthy landowner named Monsieur Grandet, who is described as being greedy and miserly. He is obsessed with accumulating wealth and is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals, even if it means exploiting the peasants who work on his land.The novel explores the complex relationships between the peasants and their wealthy landowners, as well as the…mehr

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The Peasants is a novel written by Honore De Balzac and published in 1899. The story is set in a rural French village in the early 19th century and revolves around the lives of the peasants who inhabit it. The main character is a wealthy landowner named Monsieur Grandet, who is described as being greedy and miserly. He is obsessed with accumulating wealth and is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals, even if it means exploiting the peasants who work on his land.The novel explores the complex relationships between the peasants and their wealthy landowners, as well as the struggles and hardships that they face on a daily basis. It also delves into the themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, as several of the characters in the novel are forced to confront their own personal demons and make difficult choices that will impact their lives and the lives of those around them.Throughout the novel, Balzac paints a vivid and detailed picture of rural life in France during the early 19th century, with a particular focus on the struggles and hardships faced by the peasants who make up the majority of the population. The Peasants is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a compelling glimpse into a bygone era and the lives of those who lived during it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Autorenporträt
Honoré de Balzac was a renowned French novelist and playwright born on May 20, 1799, in Tours, France. He is best known for his monumental work "La Comédie Humaine," a series of interconnected novels and stories that provide a detailed and vivid portrayal of French society in the first half of the 19th century. His initial attempts at writing under pseudonyms were not successful, but he persevered and eventually found his voice, achieving fame with works such as "Eugénie Grandet" and "Père Goriot." Balzac's writing is characterized by his keen observation, complex characters, and detailed depiction of social, political, and economic conditions. His characters are often vividly drawn and represent a wide spectrum of society, from the wealthy aristocrats to the struggling poor. He had a particular talent for exploring the motivations and psychological depth of his characters, making his stories resonate with readers. Balzac was known for his prodigious work ethic, often writing for long hours to meet the demands of his prolific output. Honoré de Balzac passed away on August 18, 1850, in Paris, but his legacy endures through his vast and impactful body of work, which continues to be celebrated for its depth, insight, and enduring relevance.