The Deputy Of Arcis - Balzac, Honore de
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""The Deputy of Arcis"" is a novel written by the renowned French author Honore de Balzac. The book is set in the small town of Arcis-sur-Aube, where a parliamentary election is about to take place. The incumbent deputy, Simon Giguet, is facing a tough challenge from a newcomer, Maxime de Trailles. The story is told through the eyes of Giguet's campaign manager, Francois Michu, who is determined to secure his boss's re-election.As the election campaign heats up, Michu uncovers a series of scandals and intrigues that threaten to derail Giguet's chances. He discovers that de Trailles has a shady…mehr

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""The Deputy of Arcis"" is a novel written by the renowned French author Honore de Balzac. The book is set in the small town of Arcis-sur-Aube, where a parliamentary election is about to take place. The incumbent deputy, Simon Giguet, is facing a tough challenge from a newcomer, Maxime de Trailles. The story is told through the eyes of Giguet's campaign manager, Francois Michu, who is determined to secure his boss's re-election.As the election campaign heats up, Michu uncovers a series of scandals and intrigues that threaten to derail Giguet's chances. He discovers that de Trailles has a shady past and is being backed by a powerful and wealthy group of supporters. Michu must navigate this treacherous political landscape while also dealing with his own personal problems, including a love triangle involving his wife and a beautiful actress.""The Deputy of Arcis"" is a gripping tale of political ambition, corruption, and betrayal. Balzac's vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants bring the story to life, and his keen insights into human nature make the characters come alive on the page. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in French literature, politics, or human drama.Now, to elect young Keller in 1839, after having elected his father for twenty years, would show a monstrous electoral servitude, against which the pride of the newly enriched bourgeoisie revolved, for they felt themselves to be fully worth either Monsieur Malin, otherwise called Comte de Gondreville, the Keller Bros., the Cinq-Cygnes, or even, the King of the French.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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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.