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Balzac, Honoré de
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Balzac, Honore de
Saint-Aubin, Horace de
De Balzac, Honoré
Balzac, H. de (Honoré de)
The Physiology of Marriage, Part 3
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"The Physiology of Marriage, Part 3" by Honoré de Balzac is a philosophical and sociological treatise written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the complexities of marital relationships, delving into the psychological and societal forces that shape the dynamics between husbands and wives. The text provides a series of meditations on various aspects of marriage, addressing themes such as jealousy, infidelity, and the emotional warfare that can occur within the institution, thereby offering readers a critical introspection into the nature of romantic partnerships. At the start of the work, Balzac presents a set of axioms that outline the competitive nature of marriage, likening it to a civil war where both partners vie for control and influence. The opening portion discusses the tactics employed by women in relationships, highlighting how husbands can find themselves outmaneuvered by their wives' emotional strategies and societal alliances. Through humor and sharp observations, Balzac illustrates how a wife's affections can shift and how her actions may be influenced by vanity, sentiment, or temperament. This introduction sets the stage for a deeper examination of the manifestations of love, loyalty, and deception, suggesting that the real challenges of marriage often stem from each partner's differing motives and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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