The Vicar of Tours - Balzac, Honoré de; Wormeley, Katharine Prescott
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Step back into 19th-century France with Honoré de Balzac's "The Vicar of Tours," a captivating exploration of ambition, societal pressures, and the human condition. This classic work of French literature delves into the life of a vicar within a provincial setting, offering a window into a bygone era. Balzac, a master of literary realism, paints a vivid portrait of his time, exploring themes that continue to resonate today. "The Vicar of Tours" showcases the author's profound understanding of human nature, rendering a compelling narrative of historical significance. A meticulously prepared…mehr

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Step back into 19th-century France with Honoré de Balzac's "The Vicar of Tours," a captivating exploration of ambition, societal pressures, and the human condition. This classic work of French literature delves into the life of a vicar within a provincial setting, offering a window into a bygone era. Balzac, a master of literary realism, paints a vivid portrait of his time, exploring themes that continue to resonate today. "The Vicar of Tours" showcases the author's profound understanding of human nature, rendering a compelling narrative of historical significance. A meticulously prepared print republication of this enduring classic allows readers to immerse themselves in a timeless story of French fiction. Perfect for enthusiasts of literary classics and historical fiction. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright whose magnum opus, 'La Comédie Humaine', stands as a testament to his monumental contribution to French realism. Balzac's work is marked by an extensive use of detail to depict the complexities of society and the human condition. Born in Tours, France, Balzac's early life was marred with financial struggles, manifesting a thematic preoccupation with wealth and classism in his later works. His acute portrayal of social stratification is vividly presented in 'The Vicar of Tours' ('Le Curé de Tours', 1832), a character-driven novella that delves into the life of a humble cleric ensnared by the petty politics and social mores of provincial French life. Balzac's narrative style often involved meticulous character development and interlinking stories that create a rich tapestry of 19th-century French life. His influence is vast, having forged a literary bridge between the classical traditions and the emerging realist sensibilities of his time. Balzac's works, including 'Eugénie Grandet', 'Père Goriot', and 'Lost Illusions', are essential studies for the depth with which they explore themes of societal change, ambition, and human vice, and they continue to be celebrated for their narrative depth and psychological insight.