La Grande Breteche by Honoré de Balzac

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Author Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850
Translator Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
Translator Marriage, Ellen, 1865-1946
Title La Grande Breteche
Note Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Sequel to "Another Study of Woman."
Credits Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
Summary "La Grande Breteche" by Honoré de Balzac is a short story that falls within the genre of literary fiction, written during the early to mid-19th century. The narrative explores themes of mystery, love, and the consequences of betrayal through a haunting tale surrounding an abandoned estate. The story is set in a provincial French town, ultimately delving into the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations. The plot follows a doctor named Bianchon who becomes fascinated by the derelict house known as La Grande Breteche. As he learns more about its history from local inhabitants and the enigmatic notary Monsieur Regnault, he uncovers the tragic story of Madame de Merret and her husband, who live through a devastating affair that leads to her drastic actions. The tale crescendoes with a series of suspenseful events leading to a dire revelation about loyalty, secrets, and the haunting legacy left behind by the central characters. Through richly descriptive language and intricate character development, Balzac paints a vivid picture of the societal constraints and emotional turmoil faced by the individuals entangled in this dark narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Horror tales
Subject French fiction -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 1710
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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