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Vautrin and the Resources of Quinola and Other Stories

Vautrin and the Resources of Quinola and Other Stories

Vautrin and the Resources of Quinola and Other Stories

Honore De Balzac

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
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9781434421173
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This collection presents two of Honoré de Balzac’s notable works, Vautrin and The Resources of Quinola, alongside other stories. In Vautrin, readers are introduced to the infamous criminal mastermind, a character who embodies Balzac’s fascination with the darker sides of society and human ambition. The Resources of Quinola is a lively historical comedy that satirizes society and the quest for invention. Together, these stories highlight Balzac’s keen insights into human nature and his mastery of both drama and satire.

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