Honoré de Balzac

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Keim, Albert, 1876-1947

Contributor:

Lumet, Louis, 1872-1923

Cooper, Frederic Taber, 1864-1937

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Honoré de Balzac" by Albert Keim and Louis Lumet is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and legacy of the esteemed novelist Honoré de Balzac, exploring his early years, influences, and the challenges he faced on the path to becoming a literary giant. The narrative likely highlights his formative experiences, the intricacies of his family dynamics, and the characteristics that shaped his artistic vision. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for Balzac's life, beginning with a reflection on his funeral where Victor Hugo praised his achievements amid the debates surrounding his worth. It traces his birth in Tours in 1799 to his parents' backgrounds, particularly focusing on his father, who had unique philosophical views and ambitions for his son. Despite being burdened by a strict family environment and the pressures of societal expectations, Balzac demonstrated precocious talent and a fierce determination to pursue writing. The text introduces his early education, familial relationships, particularly with his mother and sister, and his burgeoning ambitions, establishing a foundation for understanding the man behind the profound literary contributions he would later make. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Sue Asscher and Rebecca Trump.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2003-01-01