Beatrix by Honoré de Balzac
"Beatrix" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel written in the early 19th century that delves into the intricacies of social dynamics and human relationships within a Breton town. The story introduces the reader to the noble yet impoverished du Guenic family, depicting their struggles and interactions against the backdrop of a slowly changing society, steeped in tradition and old-world charm. The opening of "Beatrix" presents a vivid portrayal of Guerande, atown frozen in time, where the remnants of feudal society still thrive amidst modernity's encroachment. The narrative provides an in-depth description of the town and its historical significance, illustrating the old manners and customs that linger among the residents, including the du Guenic family, which is led by the aging Baron du Guenic and his devoted wife, Madame du Guenic. The initial chapters introduce their son, Calyste, who becomes the focal point of family concerns as it becomes apparent that he is drawn to Mademoiselle des Touches, a captivating yet controversial figure in the town's social circles. This sets in motion a web of emotions, expectations, and impending conflict that will shape the characters' lives and the community around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
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| Translator | Wormeley, Katharine Prescott, 1830-1908 |
| Title | Beatrix |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/B%C3%A9atrix |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Brittany (France) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1957 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 302 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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