Name: Colonel Chabert
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Author: Honore De Balzac
ISBN: 9781533589279

Colonel Chabert

Honore De Balzac

Guzman, Gabriela

Le Colonel Chabert (English: Colonel Chabert) is an 1832 novella by French novelist and playwright Honor de Balzac (1799-1850). It is included in his series of novels (or Roman-fleuve) known as La Com die humaine (The Human Comedy), which depicts and parodies French society in the period of the Restoration (1815-1830) and the July Monarchy (1830-1848).

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Honore de Balzac was a renowned French novelist and playwright born on May 20, 1799, in Tours, France. He is best known for his monumental work "La Comédie Humaine," a series of interconnected novels and stories that provide a detailed and vivid portrayal of French society in the first half of the 19th century. His initial attempts at writing under pseudonyms were not successful, but he persevered and eventually found his voice, achieving fame with works such as "Eugénie Grandet" and "Père Goriot." Balzac's writing is characterized by his keen observation, complex characters, and detailed depiction of social, political, and economic conditions. His characters are often vividly drawn and represent a wide spectrum of society, from the wealthy aristocrats to the struggling poor. He had a particular talent for exploring the motivations and psychological depth of his characters, making his stories resonate with readers. Balzac was known for his prodigious work ethic, often writing for long hours to meet the demands of his prolific output. Honoré de Balzac passed away on August 18, 1850, in Paris, but his legacy endures through his vast and impactful body of work, which continues to be celebrated for its depth, insight, and enduring relevance.