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100 1 _aBalzac, Honoré de,
_d1799-1850
245 1 3 _aLa pace domestica; L'elisir di lunga vita; La borsa: Racconti scelti
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2021-04-10
508 _aBarbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"La pace domestica; L'elisir di lunga vita; La borsa: Racconti scelti" by Honoré de Balzac is a collection of selected short stories written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complex relationships and societal dynamics of its characters, delving into themes of love, ambition, and morality within the backdrop of early 19th century France, primarily during the Napoleonic era. The characters, including the elegant countess de Soulanges and the ambitious baron Marziale, find themselves entangled in romantic intrigues and societal expectations. The opening of the collection sets the stage for "La pace domestica," where the reader is introduced to a vibrant ballroom scene during the height of Napoleon's rule. Descriptions of opulence and social maneuvering highlight the fervor of the time, as various characters navigate their desires amidst themes of rivalry and attraction. Central to this narrative is the interaction of a mysterious young woman and powerful male figures who vie for her attention, hinting at the tension between societal norms and personal desires. Through lively dialogue and keen observations, Balzac illustrates the intricacies of human relationships, foreshadowing the conflicts and emotional turmoil that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrench fiction -- Translations into Italian
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65051
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