The Poor Relations: Cousin Betty & Cousin Pons

Honoré de Balzac's 'The Poor Relations: Cousin Betty & Cousin Pons' is a masterful portrayal of social and economic struggles within French society in the mid-19th century. Through intricate character development and vivid descriptions, Balzac explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the complexities of family relationships. The novel is written in a realistic style known as Balzacian realism, w...