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A Woman of Thirty by Honoré de Balzac. Translated by Ellen Marriage libreka classics – These are classics of literary history, reissued and made available to a wide audience. Immerse yourself in well-known and popular titles!

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A Woman of Thirty by Honoré de Balzac. Translated by Ellen Marriage libreka classics – These are classics of literary history, reissued and made available to a wide audience. Immerse yourself in well-known and popular titles!
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Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) stands as one of the towering figures of French literature, known for his sprawling and vividly realized Human Comedy (La Comédie Humaine). His work offers a panoramic view of French society during the Restoration and July Monarchy periods. Born in Tours, France, Balzac's literary career was marked by an almost obsessive attention to detail and a relentless work ethic, which unfortunately also led to a perpetual struggle with debt. His oeuvre encompassed over ninety novels and novellas, within which 'A Woman of Thirty' ('La Femme de trente ans') is a noteworthy title. Published in 1832, the book presents a nuanced portrayal of Julie d'Aiglemont, a woman whose life reflects the complexities and disappointments of love and marriage within her social stratum. Balzac's literary style is characterized by its rich detail and deep psychological insight, which, along with his exploration of characters across various social classes, contributed significantly to the development of literary realism. Despite the sheer volume of his work, each character is carefully crafted with an eye towards their role in the broader tapestry of French society. Balzac's influence extends far beyond his own epoch, leaving an indelible imprint on subsequent writers and the novel as an art form.