Gaudissart II

In "Gaudissart II," Honoré de Balzac delivers a vibrant critique of the burgeoning commercial world of the 19th century, masterfully weaving humor and keen observation into a satirical narrative. The story follows the titular character, Gaudissart, a traveling salesman, as he navigates the complexities of a society increasingly obsessed with wealth and status. Balzac employs a meticulous realism c...