Honoré de Balzac

The Two Brothers (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Loyalty, Betrayal, and Family Dynamics in Early 19th Century France
Übersetzer: Wormeley, Katharine Prescott

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Two Brothers," Honorv© de Balzac intricately weaves a tale that epitomizes the human condition through the lens of familial bonds and rivalry. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, this novella employs Balzac's characteristic realism, presenting a detailed portrayal of social dynamics and economic struggles. The narrative follows the contrasting lives of two siblings, illustrating themes of ambition, love, and the moral dilemmas faced in pursuit of success, while the author'Äôs rich and evocative prose highlights the era's sociopolitical influences shaping personal destinies. Honorv© de Balzac, a cornerstone of French literature and a precursor to the modern novel, drew on his own experiences with family and societal expectations to craft this poignant story. Balzac's extensive work in the sprawling series "La Comv©die Humaine" reveals his deep understanding of nuance in human relationships, enabling him to explore complex characters and the intersections of fate and finance, which are so evident in "The Two Brothers." This compelling novella is a must-read for scholars of literary realism and those intrigued by the intricate dance of sibling relationships. Its exploration of ambition and morality resonates timelessly, making it an essential addition to anyone's literary collection.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 319
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664615725
• Artikelnr.: 58499422

Autorenporträt

Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright, most famous for a sequence of novels, collectively called 'The Human Comedy'. His signature style was a warts-and-all representation of post-Napoleonic French life, rich in detail and featuring complex, unfiltered characters.The style means Balzac is regarded as one of the pioneers of European literary realism. He is named as an influence on writers including Emile Zola, Henry James, Charles Dickens, and Gustave Flaubert.The first novel he published under his own name was 'Les Chouans' in 1829. In 1834 he hit upon the idea of grouping his novels together to record all of society. The result, over a period of years, was 'The Human Comedy', which comprised three categories: 'Analytic Studies'; 'Philosophical Studies'; and 'Studies of Manners'.