At the Sign of the Cat and Racket (eBook, ePUB) - Balzac, Honoré de
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Honoré de Balzac's 'At the Sign of the Cat and Racket' is a captivating novel that delves into the world of art dealing and unscrupulous business practices in early 19th century Paris. Balzac's literary style intricately weaves together suspenseful plot twists with vivid character developments, creating a compelling narrative that reflects the social and economic realities of the time. Through his detailed descriptions and insightful commentary, Balzac offers readers a nuanced portrayal of ambition, greed, and moral ambiguity in a rapidly changing society. 'At the Sign of the Cat and Racket'…mehr

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Honoré de Balzac's 'At the Sign of the Cat and Racket' is a captivating novel that delves into the world of art dealing and unscrupulous business practices in early 19th century Paris. Balzac's literary style intricately weaves together suspenseful plot twists with vivid character developments, creating a compelling narrative that reflects the social and economic realities of the time. Through his detailed descriptions and insightful commentary, Balzac offers readers a nuanced portrayal of ambition, greed, and moral ambiguity in a rapidly changing society. 'At the Sign of the Cat and Racket' is a classic example of Balzac's ability to blend realism with a touch of melodrama, making it a timeless piece of literature that continues to resonate with readers today. Honoré de Balzac, a prominent figure in French literature, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a struggling writer and his observations of Parisian society to craft this novel. His keen insights into human nature and societal dynamics shine through in the characters and themes he explores in the book. I highly recommend 'At the Sign of the Cat and Racket' to readers interested in historical fiction, classic literature, and thought-provoking storytelling.
Autorenporträt
Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and dramatist who lived from 1799 to 1850. One of the most significant writers of the 19th century, he is regarded as such. Many people believe La Comédie Humaine, his masterwork, to be his finest work. His mother was Anne-Charlotte-Laure Sallambier, and his father was Bernard-François Balssa. He was the Balzacs' second child. Honoré Balzac spent his first two years of life living with a wet nurse after being abandoned as a newborn. From the age of 10, Balzac attended the Oratorian grammar school in Vendôme. "Look at the beautiful ones we sent the academy back!" was how his grandma put it. On a bridge over the River Loire, he attempted suicide. Balzac wrote El Verdugo shortly after his father died. It is the story of a 30-year-old man who kills his father (Balzac was 30 years old at the time). This was Honoré de Balzac's first piece of work. After courting her for five years, Balzac wed Countess Eve de Balzac (formerly Countess Haska) in Ukraine in 1850. On Sunday, August 18, 1850, five months after his wedding, Balzac died in the company of his mother; Eve de Balzac (previously Countess Haska) having retired to bed. Balzac is buried in Paris' Père Lachaise Cemetery.