Domestic Peace

Honoré de Balzac (1799–1850) remains an eminent figure in the pantheon of French literature, celebrated for his intricate multi-faceted narratives and profound psychological insight. His legacy constitutes part of the foundational bedrock of the realist novel. An indefatigable scribe, Balzac's magnum opus, 'La Comédie Humaine,' is a sprawling series encapsulating life in France during the post-Nap...