Vautrin: A Drama in Five Acts by Honoré de Balzac

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Author Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850
Title Vautrin: A Drama in Five Acts
Note Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Dagny; and John Bickers
Summary "Vautrin: A Drama in Five Acts" by Honoré de Balzac is a play written in the mid-19th century that explores complex themes of identity, motherhood, and the interplay of moral and social dilemmas in a post-revolutionary France. The narrative revolves around Jacques Collin, known as Vautrin, and his intricate schemes that entangle the lives of the aristocratic Duc de Montsorel, his wife, the Duchesse de Montsorel, and their son, the Marquis Albert. As secrets unfold, the characters are propelled towards a dramatic confrontation with their pasts and ambitions. The opening of the play introduces us to a world of uncertainty and intrigue, primarily through the perspective of the Duchesse de Montsorel, who displays a rare glimmer of hope upon believing she has found traces of her long-lost son, Fernand. Conversations between her and her aunt reveal her deep emotional turmoil, hinting at a significant family mystery that haunts her. The scene shifts to Vautrin, who appears both shadowy and charismatic, establishing his connections to the Montsorel family and hinting at deeper, intertwining plots as he interacts with the household. His arrival sets the stage for the potential unearthing of latent family secrets, as Vautrin maneuvers through the delicate social norms of the aristocratic circles, sparking anticipation for the conflicts ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French drama -- 19th century -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 6861
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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