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La Comédie humaine - Volume 18

By Honoré de Balzac
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Le récit suit un juge d’instruction aux prises avec une enquête qui mêle interrogatoires, révélations d’identités et pressions venues de l’aristocratie parisienne. La découverte d’un lien entre un prévenu et un dangereux forçat aboutit au suicide d’un jeune homme, événement qui compromet la carrière du magistrat et met au jour rivalités sociales, manipulations amoureuses et interventions politiques. Alternant scènes de procédure, intrigues clandestines et moments privés, le texte examine l’ambition, la dépendance des institutions aux puissances extérieures et les effets tragiques des compromis moraux sur les existences individuelles.

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Honoré de Balzac

Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and playwright, renowned for his detailed and vivid portrayal of society in the early 19th century. His monumental work, "La Comédie Humaine," encompasses a vast array of characters and stories that explore the complexities of human nature and social dynamics. Balzac's keen observations of the bourgeoisie and the intricacies of Parisian life are evident in notable titles such as "A Daughter of Eve" and "A Distinguished Provincial at Paris." His writing style is characterized by rich descriptions and a deep psychological insight, making him a pivotal figure in the development of modern literature.

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