The Brotherhood of Consolation by Honoré de Balzac

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Author Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850
Translator Wormeley, Katharine Prescott, 1830-1908
Title The Brotherhood of Consolation
Note Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
Summary "The Brotherhood of Consolation" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story primarily follows Godefroid, a thirty-year-old man who, deeply disillusioned with life and realizing his failures in various societal roles, seeks solace and purpose amidst the backdrop of Parisian society. Godefroid finds himself drawn to a mysterious house run by Madame de la Chanterie, a woman running an unusual household, which appears to offer spiritual growth and a fresh start for those seeking redemption. The opening of the novel introduces Godefroid as he reflects on his life while gazing over the Seine, revealing his melancholic state and the moral malaise of his time. He encounters a priest who offers words of comfort, inspiring Godefroid to seek a new way of living. As he visits Madame de la Chanterie's residence, he is struck by the quiet dignity of her household, which consists of other residents who have experienced profound losses. Their unique community focuses on simplicity, faith, and a shared mission, drawing Godefroid into a transformative journey. The narrative blends themes of societal failure, personal redemption, and the search for a meaningful existence against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Paris. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 1967
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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