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The Human Comedy

Honoré de Balzac

Publisher: Zenith Maple Leaf Press

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Summary

One of the greatest achievements in world literature — over 90 works, one sweeping vision.

The Human Comedy (La Comédie humaine) is Honoré de Balzac's monumental series of novels and stories portraying French society during the early 19th century. With extraordinary detail, psychological depth, and realism, Balzac brings to life the struggles, ambitions, passions, and corruptions of an entire nation.

This complete edition presents Balzac's entire cycle — an interconnected world of characters and themes spanning aristocracy, bourgeoisie, criminals, clerks, soldiers, and dreamers. More than just fiction, it is a living encyclopedia of human experience.

Why readers love it:

Unparalleled scope. Dozens of novels and stories woven into a single grand tapestry.

Richly detailed. Balzac captures every layer of society, from Parisian salons to provincial towns.

Timeless relevance. Themes of ambition, greed, love, and morality still resonate today.

Praised as a masterpiece
Writers like Marcel Proust, Charles Dickens, and Émile Zola admired Balzac's genius, and The Human Comedy remains a cornerstone of literary realism. It is indispensable for readers who wish to understand not only 19th-century France but also the timeless drama of human nature.

✨ Enter Balzac's world — vast, intricate, and unforgettable.

👉 Click "Buy Now" and own The Human Comedy by Honoré de Balzac—a definitive collection of literature, society, and timeless human stories.
Available since: 08/26/2025.
Print length: 13755 pages.

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