Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright, best known for his extensive and influential body of work, which collectively forms "La Comédie Humaine," a series of interconnected novels and stories that sought to depict the entirety of French society in the early 19th century. Balzac's work is considered a cornerstone of French literature and a precursor to the realist novel.
Balzac's most significant and enduring achievement is his creation of "La Comédie Humaine." This collection of more than 90 novels and novellas, published over a 20-year period, aims to provide a comprehensive portrayal of French society during his time. He categorized these works into various sub-series, each focusing on a different aspect of society, such as "Scènes de la vie privée" (Scenes from Private Life) and "Scènes de la vie de province" (Scenes from Provincial Life).
Balzac's writings provide a rich tapestry of the complexities of human existence, making him an essential figure in the history of literature and a chronicler of his time, whose insights continue to resonate with readers and scholars alike.
In this video, we presented the best aphorisms of Balzac.
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