Women in the Life of Balzac by Juanita Helm Floyd
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| Author | Floyd, Juanita Helm, 1880-1979 |
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| Title | Women in the Life of Balzac |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Etext prepared by Dagny and John Bickers |
| Summary | "Woman in the Life of Balzac" by Juanita Helm Floyd is a biographical exploration written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the significant relationships that the renowned French novelist Honoré de Balzac had with various women throughout his life, suggesting that these connections were pivotal to understanding his character and writings. The opening of the text recounts Balzac's formative years, focusing on his childhood and family dynamics. The narrative highlights his complex relationship with his mother, who was portrayed as both a source of inspiration and tension in his life. Growing up in Tours, Balzac's literary ambitions clashed with his family's more practical expectations for him. Further, the author sketches the early influences of important female figures, including Madame de Berny, who played a crucial role in shaping his literary career. This introductory chapter sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how Balzac's interactions with women influenced his works and personal life, hinting at the intricate web of emotional and intellectual connections that marked his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3164 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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