02356cam a22003253u 4500 48884 UtSlPG 20260610134126.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PQ Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 L'amour masqué. English Love in a Mask; Or, Imprudence and Happiness Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-05-09 Produced by Dagny and Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) "Love in a Mask; Or, Imprudence and Happiness" by Honoré de Balzac is a romantic novel written in the early 19th century. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Paris during Carnival, the book explores themes of love, identity, and social norms. The story revolves around Léon de Préval, a young cavalry officer, and his enigmatic interactions with a masked woman at an opera ball, delving into the complexities of attraction and the consequences of imprudence in love. The narrative follows Léon as he becomes infatuated with a mysterious woman he meets during the celebrations of Mardi Gras. Their initial encounter is filled with playful banter, resulting in an intense connection despite her insistence on maintaining secrecy. As their relationship progresses through secretive meetings, Léon grapples with his emotions and the implications of their bond. The plot thickens as the woman, Élina de Roselis, unveils her hidden motives for seeking a relationship without commitment and her decision to remain independent as a mother. Ultimately, the story culminates in a poignant reunion that addresses themes of personal freedom, parental love, and societal expectations, revealing how love can transform lives while also bringing heartache and challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- Translations into English Ivimy, Alice M. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48884 89722 89722