Books by Honoré de Balzac
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100 Eternal Masterpieces of Literature [volume 1] (100 Books You Must Read Before You Die)
"100 Eternal Masterpieces of Literature" is a literary treasure trove that brings together a diverse collection of timeless works from some of the greatest authors in history. From Alexandre Dumas to Johann Wolfgang von... See More
The Girl with the Golden Eyes and Other Stories (Oxford World's Classics)
'What holds sway over this country without morals, beliefs, or feelings? Gold and pleasure.' Sexual attraction, artistic insight, and the often ironic relationship between them is the dominant theme in the three short works... See More
The Ball At Sceaux
Step into the Glamorous World of Honore de Balzac's 'The Ball At Sceaux' Immerse yourself in the dazzling world of Honore de Balzac's 'The Ball At Sceaux,' a timeless tale of love, ambition, and societal intrigue set amidst... See More
The Physiology of Marriage
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Droll Stories (Xist Classics)
30 Short Stories about Medieval France In the Droll Stories, Honore de Balzac takes the reader back in time, in Medieval France when knights and kings ruled the land. Yes, they were brave and wise but also droll, naïve and... See More
Lost Illusions
A new annotated translation of the keystone of Balzac's Comédie Humaine -- a sweeping narrative of corrupted idealism in a cynical urban milieu Lost Illusions is an essential text within Balzac's Comédie Humaine, his... See More
Selected Short Stories (Dual-Language): Contes Choisis : a Dual Language Book
Considered a founder of the realistic school of fiction, prolific French novelist Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) wrote in meticulous detail, depicting ordinary and undistinguished lives in tales that nevertheless abounded in... See More
The Country Doctor by Honoré de Balzac: Life, Love, and Struggles in the Countryside
Experience the poignant tales of life, love, and struggles in the countryside with The Country Doctor by Honoré de Balzac. Immerse yourself in this classic work that captures the essence of rural existence, offering readers... See More
The Illustrious Gaudissart
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Unconscious Comedians
Palafox Gazonal, a weaver, arrives in Paris for the settlement of an important lawsuit. While there his cousin, Leon de Lora the painter, and Bixiou the caricaturist take him "out on the town." This story contains many short... See More
La Grenadiere: Honore de Balzac's Tale of Love and Loss
La Grenadiere by Honoré de Balzac: This poignant short story revolves around the lives of two elderly siblings, Marguerite and Jean-François, who reside in the picturesque French countryside. Balzac weaves a touching tale... See More
Cousin Betty
'Cousin Betty' was Balzac's last great novel, and in it he explores power, lust, deception, and revenge. The characters are complex and vividly drawn. Cousin Bette is a woman of breath-taking malice. She plans and executes a... See More
The Alkahest
Unlock the Secrets of Alchemy with 'The Alkahest' by Honoré de Balzac Prepare to be immersed in a world of mystery, intrigue, and alchemical wonders with 'The Alkahest' by renowned author Honoré de Balzac. In this... See More
Massimilla Doni: Honoré de Balzac's Tale of Love and Deception
Massimilla Doni by Honoré de Balzac: Enter the world of Balzac's literary genius with "Massimilla Doni." This novel explores themes of love, passion, and the complexities of human relationships, offering a profound and... See More
Eve and David: Honoré de Balzac's Love and Consequence
Embark on a timeless journey of love and consequence with Honoré de Balzac's captivating narrative, "Eve and David: Love and Consequence." Immerse yourself in the world of passion, choices, and the profound impact of love... See More
Cousin Bette
Honore de Balzac "Cousin Bette" is generally considered to be one of the writer's most famous novels, his last great work before his death. It is a classic novel of revenge, passion, and vices. Along with her friend... See More
The Atheist's Mass: Honore de Balzac's Satirical Reflections - Challenging Belief and Tradition
Embark on a thought-provoking exploration of belief and tradition with Honore de Balzac's satirical masterpiece, The Atheist's Mass: Honore de Balzac's Satirical Reflections - Challenging Belief and Tradition. Join Balzac in... See More
Cousin Pons: Unraveling the Complexities of Human Relationships
Cousin Pons by Honoré de Balzac: Set in 19th-century Paris, this novel follows the life of Sylvain Pons, a poor musician and collector of art and curiosities. Balzac weaves a tale of greed, betrayal, and societal intrigue... See More
Gobseck: An Intriguing Tale of Obsession and Ambition
Embark on a Journey of Obsession and Ambition with "Gobseck" by Honoré de Balzac Step into the intriguing world of "Gobseck," a literary masterpiece by Honoré de Balzac that delves deep into the themes of obsession and... See More
Louis Lambert: Honore de Balzac's Enigmatic and Philosophical Coming-of-Age Story
Louis Lambert by Honoré de Balzac: Louis Lambert is a philosophical novel by Honoré de Balzac that delves into the inner world of its eponymous character, exploring themes of spirituality, metaphysics, and the pursuit of... See More
Letters of Two Brides: Honoré de Balzac's Correspondence of Love and Friendship
Letters of Two Brides by Honoré de Balzac: This novel follows the correspondence between two young women, Louise de Chaulieu and Renee de Maucombe, over the course of several years. With its insightful commentary on love... See More
Old Goriot (Penguin Red Classics)
Eugène wants to get on in the world. So he has come to Paris, where the streets teem with chancers, criminals and social climbers - and everyone is out for what they can get. When he finds a place to stay at a shabby... See More
Cousin Betty: Honoré de Balzac's Tale of Deception and Manipulation
Enter the world of intrigue and deception with "Cousin Betty" by Honoré de Balzac, a gripping tale that unravels the complexities of human nature and the consequences of betrayal. Join us as we journey through the labyrinth... See More
Treatise on Elegant Living
Honoré de Balzac's 1830 Treatise on Elegant Living was a keystone text on dandyism, preceding Jules Barbey d'Aurevilly's Anatomy of Dandyism (1845) and Charles Baudelaire's "The Dandy" (in The Painter of Modern Life, 1863)... See More
The Wild Ass's Skin (Oxford World's Classics)
'Who possesses me will possess all things, But his life will belong to me... ' Raphael de Valentin, a young aristocrat, has lost all his money in the gaming parlours of the Palais Royal in Paris, and contemplates ending his... See More
Cousin Pons: Part Two of 'Poor Relations' (Classics)
Mild, harmless and ugly to behold, the impoverished Pons is an ageing musician whose brief fame has fallen to nothing. Living a placid Parisian life as a bachelor in a shared apartment with his friend Schmucke, he maintains... See More
The Wild Ass's Skin: (La Peau De Chagrin) (Classics)
Balzac is concerned with the choice between ruthless self-gratification and asceticism, dissipation and restraint, in a novel that is powerful in its symbolism and realistic depiction of decadence. See More
Cousin Bette (Classics)
Poor, plain spinster Bette is compelled to survive on the condescending patronage of her socially superior relatives in Paris: her beautiful, saintly cousin Adeline, the philandering Baron Hulot and their daughter Hortense... See More
The Black Sheep
First published in 1842, "The Black Sheep" is an outstanding novel by Honoré de Balzac that tells of a remarkable battle for inheritance. At the centre of this story are two brothers, Joseph and Philippe, who could not be... See More