The Marriage Contract
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Authors:
- Balzac, Honoré de
1799 - 1850
- Wormeley, Katharine Prescott
1830 - 1908
About this book
In a time when marriage was both a social contract and a personal negotiation, "The Marriage Contract" by Honoré de Balzac delves into the intricacies of love, wealth, and obligation. Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century France, this novel intricately explores themes of societal expectation and individual desire through the lens of Paul de Manerville, a count entangled in a marriage arrangement with Natalie Evangelista, the daughter of a former wealthy merchant. Balzac's keen observations of class dynamics and the economic implications of matrimony make this work essential for students and historians alike. Discover how the interplay of duty and passion shapes destinies in this compelling narrative of human relationships.
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