Eugenie Grandet Ursule Mirouet And Other Stories, Part 1-2 (1901)

Eugenie Grandet Ursule Mirouet And Other Stories, Part 1-2 (1901)

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Eugenie Grandet Ursule Mirouet And Other Stories, Part 1-2 is a collection of short stories written by French author Honore de Balzac and first published in 1901. The book features two of Balzac's most famous novellas, Eugenie Grandet and Ursule Mirouet, as well as several other lesser-known stories.Eugenie Grandet tells the story of a young woman named Eugenie who lives with her miserly father in a small town in France. Despite her father's wealth, Eugenie lives a simple and unhappy life until a handsome stranger arrives in town and begins to court her. Ursule Mirouet, on the other hand, is a tale of a young orphan girl who is taken in by her wealthy godfather and must navigate the complex social dynamics of her new life.The other stories included in the collection explore themes of love, money, and power in 19th century France. Balzac's writing is known for its detailed descriptions of French society and its characters, and this collection is no exception. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th century France and the lives of its people.Overall, Eugenie Grandet Ursule Mirouet And Other Stories, Part 1-2 is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in exploring the works of one of France's most celebrated authors.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781166806637
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 808
Weight: 1061g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 40mm